Unlock your future with the City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme for 2027! This incredible opportunity, closing on 30 November 2026, is designed for ambitious South African students residing within the municipality who are eager to advance their education in fields crucial to municipal service delivery and scarce skills.
About the Opportunity
The City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme is dedicated to empowering young talents within the municipality by providing financial support for undergraduate and technical qualifications. This initiative focuses on areas that are vital for municipal service delivery, ensuring that students can contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Closing Dates
Applications for this life-changing bursary must be submitted by 30 November 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Recipients of the bursary are expected to excel in their studies and contribute positively to the City of Ekurhuleni upon completion of their qualifications.
Requirements/Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens residing permanently in the City of Ekurhuleni.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Have completed Matric and intend to study full-time in one of the specified fields.
- Be registered or accepted at an accredited South African tertiary institution, including Universities, Universities of Technology, or TVET Colleges.
- Maintain a strong academic record.
- Have a total household income not exceeding R600,000 per year.
Benefits
The bursary covers tuition fees for selected undergraduate, technical, and artisan-related qualifications at recognized tertiary institutions in South Africa.
Fields of Study Covered
- Built Environment: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Property Studies, Building and Construction Management, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems
- Environmental Health Sciences: Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Water Quality, Waste Management
- Finance: BCom Accounting, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
- Information and Communication Technology: Bachelor of ICT in Internet of Things, BSc Computer Science and Informatics specializing in AI, BSc Information Technology
- TVET Technical, Artisan and Apprenticeship Qualifications: Electrical Engineering NATED, Civil Engineering NATED, Electrical Infrastructure Construction, Building and Civil Construction
Documents Required
Applicants must provide certified copies of the following documents, not older than three months:
- ID
- Matric certificate
- Proof of residence in Ekurhuleni
- Municipal account as proof of residence
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a tertiary institution
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income, latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, SASSA proof where applicable
- Motivational letter (max one page)
