Emalahleni Local Municipality External Bursary Scheme

Applicants must be South African citizens aged 18 to 35 who reside within the municipality, have proven financial need, and intend to pursue undergraduate studies at a public higher-learning institution.

Open · closes 27 Nov 2026 Bursary Mpumalanga
Applications close 27 November 2026 Apply on the official portal before the closing date.

About

This bursary supports qualifying first-time applicants aged 18 to 35 from historically disadvantaged backgrounds who live within Emalahleni Local Municipality. It is for full-time undergraduate studies at a South African public university or TVET college.

Who can apply

First-time applicant
Aged 18 to 35
South African citizen residing within Emalahleni Local Municipality
Proven financial need as determined by the household threshold
Full-time undergraduate study at a public institution of higher learning
Enter into an agreement with the municipality if selected
Use the prescribed application form and complete it in full

Documents to prepare

Certified copy of South African identity document
Certified Grade 11 report if in Grade 12, or statement of results if Grade 12 is complete
Certified academic record if currently in second or third year
Certified copies of achievements or merit certificates
Proof of residence stating the applicant’s full name and surname
Proof of financial need, such as payslips or an affidavit
Provisional acceptance letter from a South African public university or TVET college
Completed application form

How to apply

  1. 1Complete the Emalahleni Local Municipality prescribed application form.
  2. 2Attach the required supporting documents.
  3. 3Submit the application to the Youth Development Unit at Emalahleni Local Municipality, Civic Centre, 2nd floor, Cnr. Mandela & Street, eMalahleni, 1035, by 27 November 2026.

Sources

Official sourceEmalahleni Local MunicipalityVisit the official website for the latest information.

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