Bursaries

The Vulamathuba Bursary Grant Fund 2026: Are you a driven student residing in Cape Town, ready to overcome financial barriers and pursue a degree in a high-demand field? Unlock your future with the Vulamathuba Bursary Grant Fund 2026. This targeted funding programme is a lifeline for undergraduate students studying scarce and critical skills qualifications, offering not just financial relief but … Read more

What Happens If a Bursary Is Cancelled Mid-Year 2026 is a question more students are asking after funding suddenly stops without warning. It often starts quietly — a delayed payment, an unanswered email, or an account balance that doesn’t make sense. This article is for students and families dealing with the shock of losing financial … Read more

Shoprite’s 2026 Bursary Programme: Are you a driven student aspiring to build a career at the heart of Africa’s largest retailer? Secure your future with the prestigious Shoprite Bursary Programme 2026. This is your opportunity to receive full financial support for your studies while gaining direct exposure to the corporate world through vacation work and a potential graduate … Read more

For students in Mpumalanga who want to study environmental or water sciences, funding is often the biggest barrier — not ability. The Inkomati-Usuthu Catchment Management Agency (IUCMA) has opened its External IUCMA Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year, offering targeted support to students in fields directly linked to South Africa’s water future. With water … Read more

For many South African graduates, studying overseas feels like a distant dream — impressive, but financially out of reach. The FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships 2026 are designed to change that reality for a small group of exceptional students who plan to return home and make a long-term impact. This is not a mass bursary. It … Read more

For many South African students, access to higher education is less about ambition and more about affordability. The Expresso x Richfield Bursary 2026 offers one student a meaningful chance to study without the usual financial pressure — at a time when tuition costs continue to rise. This bursary is aimed at students who are ready … Read more

For many young Africans, breaking into tech isn’t about talent — it’s about access.The Advance Africa Scholarship 2026 exists for graduates and early-career professionals who are ready to build real digital skills but can’t afford formal training. If you’re between 20 and 30, interested in tech, and based in Africa, this programme could quietly change … Read more

Postgraduate research in botany often sits at the intersection of passion and financial strain.The SAAB Scholarship South Africa 2026 offers targeted support for MSc students who are already committed to advancing botanical science in the region.With limited funding available and a clear academic focus, this scholarship matters right now. This opportunity is aimed at early-stage … Read more

Studying in another African country is not something most students seriously consider — until an opportunity like the MINDS Scholarship comes along.This scholarship is for African graduates who want more than a degree: it’s for those who want exposure, perspective, and leadership experience beyond their home country.With applications open year-round, this is one of the … Read more

Finding bursary funding in South Africa isn’t always about chasing deadlines — sometimes it’s about staying visible.The Career Wise Bursaries 2026 work differently from most funding options, offering students ongoing access to opportunities across multiple industries.For students in scarce-skills fields, this matters now more than ever. This bursary route is best suited to students who … Read more