The Indalo Education Fund (founded by iNdalo Water Technologies) is inviting South African students to apply for bursary funding for 2026, supporting studies linked to sustainability, engineering, environmental management and the water sector.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: iNdalo Water Technologies (Indalo Education Fund)
Opportunity type: Bursary (Undergraduate + Postgraduate: Honours/Masters/PhD)
Who it’s for: South African citizens/permanent residents studying (or intending to study) at recognised SA universities, in approved fields
Closing date: 1 March 2026
Last verified: 28 February 2026 (from the published bursary listing)
High-value notes (read this first)
- Very short deadline: closing date is 1 March 2026.
- There are separate online application routes for undergraduate and postgraduate applicants.
- Postgraduate applicants may need a research proposal relevant to the water sector.
About the sponsor
iNdalo Water Technologies is linked to sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions, and the bursary is positioned to support studies that contribute to sustainability and the water sector.
Official application portal (source link): Indalo Education Foundation application links are provided on the bursary listing (undergraduate + postgraduate portals).
What it covers
The listing indicates support differs by level:
Undergraduate support may include:
- Tuition fees
- Books/equipment allowance
- Mentorship programmes
- Internship opportunities (water facilities)
Postgraduate support may include:
- Tuition fees
- Research costs and living allowance
- Conference/journal funding support
- Industry placement opportunities
Eligibility
Undergraduate applicants (as listed)
- SA citizen or permanent resident
- Matric completed
- Studying or intending to study in an approved field
- Minimum 60% academic average
- Demonstrated financial need
- Interest in contributing to the water sector
Postgraduate applicants (as listed)
- Studying towards Honours / Masters / PhD
- Minimum 65% academic average
- Enrolled at a South African university
- Research proposal relevant to the water sector
Fields of study supported
The bursary listing includes (non-exhaustive):
- Commerce & Economics: Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management, Economics (water sector focus)
- Engineering & Technology: Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Management: Sustainability, Conservation, Resource Management
- Health & Public Administration: Public Health, Development Studies, Governance
- Humanities & Social Sciences: Policy, Law, Communications, Community Development
- Natural & Applied Sciences: Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences
Documents to prepare
The listing says applicants should submit certified copies of:
- SA ID
- Undergraduate: Matric certificate
- Academic record/transcripts (undergraduate if currently studying; postgraduate academic record)
- Proof of university registration/enrolment
- Postgraduate: Research proposal relevant to the water sector
Closing date
1 March 2026. Apply as early as possible due to verification and upload requirements.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Waiting too late (deadline is 1 March 2026).
- Applying via the wrong stream (use the correct undergraduate vs postgraduate portal).
- Uploading incomplete documents (the listing warns incomplete applications may be disqualified).
- Postgraduate applicants skipping the research proposal requirement.
How this opportunity was verified
Verified using the bursary listing dated 28 February 2026, including the stated closing date and the Indalo application portal links for undergraduate and postgraduate applications.
How to apply
- Decide whether you’re applying as undergraduate or postgraduate.
- Prepare your certified/required documents (ID, results/transcripts, proof of registration, and research proposal if postgraduate).
- Create an account on the application portal and submit your application online.
- Submit before 1 March 2026 and keep proof of submission.