WAAW Foundation (Working to Advance African Women)
- Due Date: 19 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: The bursary is for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields at the undergraduate level.
- Specifically Funds: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Pharmacy.
- Important Exclusion: It does not fund Medical or Nursing studies.
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SASSETA (Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority) - Due Date: 30 January 2026 at 23:59
- Courses it Funds:
- The bursary is awarded preferably for LLB, STEM qualifications (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Veterinary Science, and Occupations in High Demand as published by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
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Seriti: Community Scholarships for the 2026 - Due Date: 22 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: This scholarship is unique as it is open to students in ANY field of study at the Degree or Diploma level (minimum NQF Level 6), provided they are registered at a recognised South African university or university of technology.
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Grassroots Youth Development (GYD) Programme, administered by the Masinyusane Development Organization. - Due Date: 23 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: ANY undergraduate field of study. This includes Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates at public universities or TVET Colleges in South Africa.
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Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RDM) - Due Date: Not yet confirmed. The official closing date has not been announced. Applicants are strongly advised to apply as early as possible.
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degrees in the following fields:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
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South African Speech-Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) - Due Date: 16 February 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for students pursuing degrees in the fields of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at accredited South African universities. This includes combined Speech-Language Therapy/Audiology programmes.
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ACWA Power (for the Redstone Concentrated Solar Power project) - Due Date: 19 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This is a fully funded bursary open to students in ANY undergraduate field of study, provided they are registered at a public university or university of technology in South Africa.
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Traxtion (TraxWAGON Bursary Programme)
- Due Date: 9 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: The bursary funds studies at the TVET College level in specific rail, engineering, mechanical, and technical fields:
- Boilermaking
- Diesel Mechanics
- Electrical Engineering
- Fitters and Turners
- Mechanical Engineering
- Supply Chain and Logistics
- Warehouse and Inventory Management
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Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire - Due Date: 31 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: The bursary supports students in ANY field of study at the university level. It is specifically aimed at students who are already in their 2nd year or higher of study in 2026.
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Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury - Due Date: 31 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: The bursary prioritises undergraduate qualifications in fields related to finance, accounting, and economics:
- Economics
- Financial Accounting
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Financial Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Internal Auditing
- Supply Chain Management
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The Clicks Foundation - Due Date: 31 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for undergraduate studies in the fields of Computer Science and Information Technology (all specialisations).
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Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) - Due Date: 31 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: The bursary funds a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate studies in two main streams:
- 1. Economic Development Fields:
- Business Law (Consumer Studies)
- BCom/BA in Statistics, Human Ecology, Community Development, International Studies
- BSc in Energy Studies
- Masters in Renewable and Sustainable Development
- BTech/BSc in Agri-Economics
- 2. Environmental Affairs Fields:
- BSc in Environmental Science (Waste/Air Quality Management)
- Degrees in Environmental Policy, Management, Biodiversity, Climate Change
- BSc in Environmental Chemistry
- BSc in Marine Biology
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PPS Foundation - Due Date: 20 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: The bursary focuses on funding students in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). While preference is given to STEM qualifications, selected programmes within the Humanities field are also eligible. The bursary supports studies from the first year up to Honours level.
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Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality - Due Date: 20 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: The bursary supports full-time undergraduate studies in specific high-demand fields aligned with municipal development needs:
- Accounting
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Regional & Town Planning
- Waste Management
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South African National Blood Service (SANBS) - Due Date: 19 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: This is a highly specialised bursary for a single field of study. It funds 3rd-year Bachelor of Health Sciences students who have chosen Immunohematology as their elective, leading to a career in blood transfusion science.
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KN Inzuzo Trust (Kuehne + Nagel Inzuzo Trust) - Due Date: 31 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary supports full-time students in specific commerce, logistics, finance, and information systems qualifications. The preferred fields are:
- BCom in Logistics
- Diploma in Logistics Management
- BCom in Transport Economics
- BCom in Accounting
- BCom in Financial Management
- BCom in Information Systems
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Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) - Due Date: 23 December 2025
- Courses it Funds: The bursary funds a wide range of undergraduate fields aligned with rail safety and organisational management at TVET Colleges, Universities of Technology, and Universities. The eligible fields are:
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Human Resources Management
- Media and Communications
- Law
- Financial Management
- Internal Audit
- Supply Chain Management
- Risk Management
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Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) (Heritage Bursary Programme) - Due Date: 31 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is dedicated to funding heritage-related studies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The fields are extensive and include both local and selected international study components:
- Local Studies in South Africa:
- Anthropology, Archaeology (including Maritime), Geography & GIS
- Archives & Records Management, Library and Information Science
- Conservation of the Built Environment, Heritage & Museum Studies
- Palaeontology, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, History, Digitisation of Heritage
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Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) - Due Date: 31 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This is not a bursary for a standard university degree. It funds specialised training at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy for specific aviation roles. The available bursary streams are:
- Air Traffic Services Officer (ATSO)
- Aeronautical Information Management Officer (AIMO)
- Target Generating Officer (TGO)
- Airport Management Centre (AMC) Liaison Officer
- Simulator Support Officer (SSO)
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Master Builders Association Western Cape (MBAWC) / Master Builders Association Development Trust (MBADT) - Due Date: 16 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for Built Environment qualifications at universities and universities of technology in the Western Cape. Funded studies include:
- University Degrees: Civil Engineering (BSc), Construction Studies (BSc), Construction Management (BSc Hons), Quantity Surveying (BSc Hons), Project Management (MSc).
- University of Technology Diplomas: National Diploma in Construction, Advanced Diplomas in Construction, Construction Health & Safety, and Quantity Surveying.
- Other related Built Environment fields may also be considered.
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SAFRIPOL Communit - Due Date: 26 January 2026 (Please note: there is a note in the “How to Apply” section mentioning a 31 January 2026 closing date, but the main heading and official section state 26 January 2026. It is safest to apply by the earlier date.)
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for Engineering qualifications. The specific fields are:
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
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Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) - Due Date: 2 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for first-year students in 2026 pursuing the BCom Accounting Sciences (CA Stream) qualification, which is the specific path to become a Chartered Accountant. The programme must be undertaken at a SAICA-accredited public university.
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Cape Gate Holdings (Pty) Ltd - Due Date: 31 January 2026
- Courses it Funds: This bursary is exclusively for studies towards a BCom (Chartered Accountancy stream) undergraduate degree, up to Honours level.
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