Unlock your future with the City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. This prestigious opportunity is available to talented young South Africans residing in Ekurhuleni, with applications closing on 30 November 2026. Don’t miss your chance to gain the support you need to pursue your academic dreams.
About the Opportunity
The City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme is dedicated to empowering the youth of Ekurhuleni by providing financial support for further studies. This initiative focuses on fields crucial to municipal service delivery, including infrastructure, finance, technology, environmental health, and technical trades.
Closing Dates
Ensure your application is submitted by 30 November 2026 to be considered for this valuable opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Recipients of the bursary are expected to maintain a strong academic record and pursue their studies full-time in one of the supported fields at an accredited South African institution.
Requirements/Qualifications
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens residing permanently in Ekurhuleni.
- Be aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Have completed Matric and intend to study full-time.
- Be pursuing an undergraduate qualification in an approved field.
- Be registered or accepted at a University, University of Technology, or TVET College.
- Have a household income not exceeding R600,000 per year.
Benefits
This bursary covers undergraduate studies in diverse fields such as Built Environment, Environmental Health Sciences, Finance, ICT, and TVET technical qualifications, providing a pathway to a successful career.
Fields of Study Covered
- Built Environment: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Property Studies, Building and Construction Management, Geomatics/GIS.
- Environmental Health Sciences: Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Water Quality, Waste Management.
- Finance: BCom Accounting and Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management.
- ICT: Bachelor of ICT in Internet of Things, BSc Computer Science and Informatics in AI, BSc Information Technology.
- TVET Technical Qualifications: Electrical Engineering (NATED), Civil Engineering (NATED), Electrical Infrastructure Construction, Building and Civil Construction.
