ASSMANG’s Gloria and Nchwaning Manganese Mines in the Northern Cape are offering bursaries for 2026 to students pursuing careers in mining, engineering, geology and information technology. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, books and a laptop and includes vacation work and a work-back requirement at the mines.
At a glance
- Who it’s for: South African students studying or planning to study Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy, Geology, Surveying or Information Technology.
- What it covers: Tuition fees, accommodation and meals, prescribed textbooks, a laptop and a monthly allowance.
- Service obligation: Bursars must complete vacation work each holiday and work for an Assmang mine for the same number of years as they received funding.
- Key dates: Applications close 12 December 2025; assessments and interviews take place in December and January; bursary awards announced in February 2026.
- Other notes: Preference is given to applicants from the John Taolo Gaetsewe District and persons with disabilities.
Who’s offering this?
ASSMANG Manganese – a joint venture between African Rainbow Minerals and Assore Limited, operating the Gloria and Nchwaning manganese mines.
What’s on offer
The bursary aims to develop skills for South Africa’s mining sector and support students from communities near Assmang’s operations.
- Tuition and registration fees at an accredited university or university of technology.
- Accommodation and meal allowances.
- Prescribed textbooks and a laptop.
- Vacation work and mentorship at Assmang’s mines with guaranteed employment upon graduation.
Supported fields
Assmang supports programmes critical to the mining and minerals processing industry.
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Geology
- Surveying
- Information Technology
Eligibility checklist
- South African citizen with a Matric including Mathematics and Physical Science.
- Accepted or registered for a degree/diploma in one of the supported fields.
- Minimum 60% average in your most recent examinations.
- Not receiving any other bursary or scholarship.
- Preference given to residents of the John Taolo Gaetsewe District and persons with disabilities.
Documents to prepare
- Certified copy of your South African ID and proof of residence.
- Matric certificate and full academic record.
- Proof of acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution.
- Certified IDs and proof of income of parents/guardians, plus a CV and a motivation letter.
Key dates
Applications close on 12 December 2025. Interviews and assessments occur during December and January, and final offers are made in February 2026.
How selection and placement work
Assmang assesses academic merit, financial need and community involvement. Shortlisted candidates undergo interviews and psychometric testing. Successful applicants must pass a medical examination and sign a bursary and work-back agreement.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting incomplete application forms.
- Missing the closing date.
- Not meeting the minimum academic requirements.
- Failing to specify your field of study.
How to apply (step-by-step)
- Download the application form from Assmang’s careers page or collect it from the mine’s HR office.
- Complete all sections of the form neatly and honestly.
- Attach certified copies of your ID, academic records, proof of acceptance and other required documents.
- Email the completed application to bursaries@assmang.co.za or deliver it to the HR office before 12 December 2025.
- Await communication regarding interviews and assessments.
After you submit
Keep copies of your application and monitor your email for feedback. If you do not receive a response by March 2026, consider your application unsuccessful. Successful applicants must sign a bursary contract and maintain academic performance.