Bursaries 2026 - South Africa
Bursaries are financial awards given to students to help cover the costs of their studies. They are designed to support learners who cannot afford tuition, textbooks, or other educational expenses, making higher education accessible to everyone.
Bursaries are often awarded based on two main criteria:
Academic merit – students who achieve excellent results and demonstrate strong potential.
Financial need – learners from disadvantaged backgrounds who require support to continue their studies.
By receiving a bursary, students can focus on learning without worrying about financial constraints. This encourages them to study hard, reach their full potential, and qualify for even more educational opportunities in the future.
NYOSA lists verified bursary opportunities from trusted organisations across South Africa. Each bursary listing includes eligibility criteria, application instructions, and closing dates, so students can apply with confidence.
Who can benefit from bursaries:
High school learners planning to attend university or college
University students who need financial support to continue their studies
Students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees
What bursaries provide:
Funding for tuition fees, books, and study materials
Support for living expenses in some cases
Opportunities to focus on learning without financial stress
Motivation to study hard and qualify for more opportunities
Browse the bursary listings below, review the eligibility requirements carefully, and apply directly through the official organisations before the closing date.
Two Rivers Platinum Mine Bursary 2026 – Who Qualifies and How to Apply 2026
The bursary is offered by Two Rivers Platinum Mine, a major platinum group metals producer operating in Limpopo, South Africa. The mine forms part of the broader mining value chain that supports infrastructure development, industrial growth, and employment in surrounding communities.
Shoprite Opens Multiple Bursaries for 2026: Accounting, Retail, Logistics & Agriculture 2026
The 2026 Shoprite Bursary Programme targets high-impact career fields that are critical to the country’s economy and future workforce: Accounting (CA stream), Retail Business Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Agricultural Sciences.
KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursary : Applications Now Open for Students 2026
The bursary is administered by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government through its relevant departments. It is designed to ensure that talented students are not excluded from higher education due to financial constraints.
KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursary : Applications Now Open for Students 2026
The bursary is administered by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government through its relevant departments. It is designed to ensure that talented students are not excluded from higher education due to financial constraints.
KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursary : Applications Now Open for Students Closing on the 15th of February 2026 2026
The bursary is administered by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government through its relevant departments. It is designed to ensure that talented students are not excluded from higher education due to financial constraints.
NERSA Bursary Programme 2026: Who Can Apply and How to Apply 2026
The NERSA Bursary Programme is a funding initiative designed to support students studying in disciplines relevant to the regulation of electricity, gas, and petroleum pipelines in South Africa. By investing in students at tertiary level, NERSA aims to build a pipeline of skilled professionals who can contribute meaningfully to the country’s energy sector.
Armscor Bursaries open for 2026 2026
The Armscor Bursaries 2026 programme is one of South Africa’s most strategic funding opportunities for students pursuing careers in engineering, science, technology, and defence-related disciplines. Offered by the Armaments Corporation of South Africa (Armscor), this bursary supports academically strong students who want to contribute to national security, innovation, and advanced manufacturing.
SAPREF Full Bursary Opportunities 2026
A full bursary opportunity from SAPREF for eligible South African university students in finance, engineering, supply chain, HR, and environmental science for the 2026 academic year.
SASSETA Bursary 2026
A bursary for unemployed South African youth (18–35) to study at public universities, TVET colleges or selected institutions in priority fields such as law (LLB), STEM, veterinary science and other high-demand qualifications.30 January 2026 at 23:59.
KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary — Multiple Fields 2026
KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary funds tuition for deserving South African students in engineering, science, commerce & built environment.