Unlock your academic potential with the Waitrose Foundation Southern Africa (WFSA) Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. This prestigious opportunity, closing on 3 October 2026, is open to qualifying employees and their children within the Waitrose supply chain across South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
About the Opportunity
The WFSA Bursary Programme is dedicated to supporting the educational aspirations of permanent employees, their children, and children under their legal guardianship who are part of the Waitrose supply chain. This initiative is designed for those within the specified minimum-wage income bracket, aiming to pursue undergraduate qualifications at recognized universities and TVET colleges.
Closing Dates
Mark your calendars—the application deadline is 3 October 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Recipients of the bursary are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress and adhere to the terms set forth by the WFSA.
Requirements/Qualifications
Eligible applicants must be:
- Permanent employees or children of employees in the Waitrose supply chain within the minimum-wage income bracket.
- Pursuing or intending to pursue an undergraduate qualification in Agrisciences, Business Sciences (including Commerce, Logistics, and Retail), Community Health and Social Sciences, Education, or Medicine and Health Sciences.
- Accepted or provisionally accepted at a recognized university or TVET college in South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, or Zimbabwe.
Benefits
While specific benefits are not detailed, the bursary covers educational expenses related to the approved fields of study, providing significant financial support.
Documents Required
Applicants are required to submit clear copies of the following documents:
- ID document
- Most recent academic record
- Proof of tertiary acceptance or provisional acceptance
- Proof of employment within the Waitrose supply chain
The final list of required documents will be communicated upon receipt of the application form.
