Students preparing for 2027 study funding should review this current opportunity carefully before applying. The Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Programme 2027 is open for the 2027 academic year and applications are handled through StudyTrust.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Amandla Omoya Trust / StudyTrust
Opportunity type: Renewable-energy community bursary
Who it’s for: South African citizens living within 50 km of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm
Study fields: Public or private tertiary education/training, including TVET, university of technology and university programmes; NQF level 6 technical/skills training, diplomas and degrees are included
Closing date: 30 September 2026
Last verified: 3 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
Applications must be completed through StudyTrust’s official online application process unless the individual StudyTrust page gives additional submission instructions. StudyTrust confirms that its 2027 application platform opened on 1 June 2026 and that most StudyTrust-administered bursaries close on 30 September 2026.
Check the eligibility rules carefully before applying. Some bursaries are field-specific, while the renewable-energy community bursaries are highly location-specific and may require proof of residence.
About the sponsor
Amandla Omoya Trust is a community trust linked to Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm and supports communities within a 50 km radius of the wind farm through public-benefit initiatives including education funding.
StudyTrust bursary/application link: Official StudyTrust bursary page
Sponsor/entity link: Amandla Omoya Trust
What it covers
Tuition, registration and examination fees, accommodation, meals and learning materials, depending on individual need and allocation.
Eligibility
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must reside within a 50 km radius of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm
- Must have been accepted at a recognised public or private South African tertiary education or training institution
- Applications must be completed correctly and accompanied by all required supporting documents
- Selection considers academic performance and financial need
Documents to prepare
- Certified South African ID
- Latest academic results
- Proof of acceptance or registration
- Proof of household income
- Proof of residence in the eligible area
Closing date
30 September 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying without checking whether your study field, institution or year level is accepted
- Submitting an incomplete StudyTrust application
- Leaving out certified ID, academic results or household-income documents
- For community bursaries, applying without meeting the local residence rule
- Using AI-generated essays or generic motivation answers instead of your own personal responses
Sponsor/entity source link
Sponsor/entity page: Amandla Omoya Trust
Verification note: Sponsor-owned bursaries page confirming that bursary applications are handled through StudyTrust.
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against the current StudyTrust bursary page for this opportunity and the StudyTrust bursary applications page for the 2027 application window. Sponsor/entity links have been included where a useful sponsor-owned page was available.
How to apply
- Open the official StudyTrust bursary page.
- Read the eligibility criteria and any location or study-field restrictions.
- Prepare your certified ID, academic record, household-income documents and any proof of residence or disability documents if relevant.
- Complete the StudyTrust online application and upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit before the closing date.