Africa Wetu Foundation Bursary 2026 – Final-Year STEM & Vocational Support

The Africa Wetu Foundation opens applications annually with a closing date in late April—based on past cycles, the deadline is 30 April 2026 at 23:59 SAST. 

Bursaries are limited and highly competitive. Begin preparing now so you can submit a complete and timely application.

About Africa Wetu Foundation

The Africa Wetu Foundation (AWF) is a South African non-profit committed to expanding access to tertiary and vocational education. 

AWF empowers young people from disadvantaged backgrounds through targeted bursary support for structured postgraduate and vocational qualifications.

Fields of Study Funded

AWF provides bursaries for the following full-time qualifications:

• MSc in Computer Science or Information Systems at the University of Cape Town or the University of the Western Cape
  
• National Certificate (Vocational) for Boilermaker or Fitter & Turner (CBMT Phases 1–4) at Northlink College
  Only students studying in these specific programmes at the listed institutions are eligible.

Benefits for Recipients

The bursary covers tuition fees only at the approved institution. Other costs, such as accommodation or textbooks, are not funded. 

Approved payments are made directly to the institution.

Eligibility Criteria 

You must satisfy all of the following:

• Be a South African citizen under 30 years old
  
• Be entering your first attempt at a full-time Master’s degree or vocational certificate in one of the eligible fields at the designated institutions
  
• Demonstrate financial need, usually via household income documentation
  
• Have not previously studied at this level in the same qualification
  Missing any requirement disqualifies your application.

How to Apply

1. Download the AWF bursary application form via their official site or bursary portal.
   
2. Complete the form fully and accurately.
   
3. When asked where you heard about bursaries, enter “www.bursariesafrica.co.za.”
   
4. Attach all required documentation.
   
5. Submit your application by email to [email protected] with “Africa Wetu Foundation Bursary 2026” as the subject line.

Required Documents

Include certified copies of:

• South African ID document
  
• Complete academic transcripts (undergraduate level or vocational training)
  
• CV
  
• One-page motivation letter explaining the study and financial context
  Incomplete or uncertified documents may lead to disqualification.

Closing Date

Applications must arrive by 30 April 2026 at 23:59 SAST. No late or incomplete applications are accepted.

Contact Details

For official assistance or queries:
Email: [email protected]