ITHUBA Bursary
Programme Overview
ITHUBA Holdings RF (Pty) Ltd, the 3rd National Lottery Operator, is committed to empowering South African youth from previously disadvantaged communities by providing fully-funded bursaries. The 2024 ITHUBA Bursary Programme offers high-achieving Grade 12 learners an all-inclusive bursary covering tuition, technology equipment, stationery, study materials, accommodation, and a monthly stipend.
Fields of Study
The bursary supports learners pursuing studies in:
- Commerce – Accounting, Management Accounting & Finance, Marketing
- Information Technology – Computer Science/Engineering, Information Systems, Communication Networks, Software Development
Eligibility Requirements
- Grade 12 learners with a minimum 70% average per subject and a 70% overall average from the previous academic year
- Applicants must be South African citizens
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need – legal guardian’s annual income must not exceed R350,000
Required Documents
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of legal guardian(s) ID(s)
- Proof of legal guardian(s) income
- Certified copy of latest academic results
- Provisional admission letter from a South African tertiary institution
- Provisional admission letter for university residence or private accommodation
- Motivational letter explaining why the bursary should be awarded and plans for contributing to community upliftment
How to Apply
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria above.
- Prepare all required supporting documents.
- Complete the online ITHUBA Bursary Programme application form (available on the official ITHUBA website).
- Upload all supporting documents with your application.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
Impact and Vision
The ITHUBA Bursary Programme aims to create a sustainable impact in education by developing scarce skills in South Africa and increasing opportunities for youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. The programme has historically supported students studying in fields such as Chartered Accountancy and Computer Science at leading South African universities.
Through this initiative, ITHUBA hopes to leave a lasting legacy of knowledge, skills development, and community upliftment.