Key facts
- Status
- Applications closed Closed 11 September 2026
- Provider
- AfriSam
- Field of study
- Mechanical Engineering
- Academic year
- 2027
- Last checked
- September 2026
The 2027 round closed on 11 September 2026, and late applications are not considered.
VerifiedClosed · applications closed on 11 September 2026 Expect the 2028 round to open around July 2027 and close in September 2027. Latest update ↓
AfriSam makes the cement, aggregate and readymix concrete that goes into South African construction, and its bursary is tied directly to two of its quarries in the Western Cape. It funds a civil engineering diploma for Peninsula Quarry and a mechanical engineering diploma for Rheebok Quarry, over the full 36 months of study.
About the AfriSam Bursary
- Civil engineering diploma, tied to the Peninsula Quarry.
- Mechanical engineering diploma, tied to the Rheebok Quarry.
- Funds 36 months of study towards the recognised qualification.
AfriSam Bursary eligibility requirements
- Enrolled, or enrolling, at an accredited South African institution for one of the two diplomas.
- A strong academic record, with an overall average of at least 60%.
- A good disciplinary record.
- Preference for historically disadvantaged South Africans and for women.
How to apply for the AfriSam Bursary
- Prepare a certified copy of your ID, your Matric certificate and a CV. There is no application form.
- Email the documents to cape.recruitment@za.afrisam.com with “Bursary – Civil Engineering” or “Bursary – Mechanical Engineering” in the subject line.
- Submit before the closing date. Applications after the deadline are not considered.
AfriSam Bursary closing date
11 September 2026 for the 2027 academic year (closed). Expect September 2027 for 2028.
Contact details
- Enquiries: recruitment.central@za.afrisam.com
- Website: www.afrisam.co.za
Engineering students should also apply to the Bigen bursary, the ASLA bursary and see our civil engineering bursaries page.
FAQs
1. When does the AfriSam bursary close for 2027? +
The 2027 round closed on 11 September 2026, and late applications are not considered. Expect the 2028 round to open around July 2027 and close in September 2027.
2. What is AfriSam? +
A South African construction materials group that makes cement, aggregate and readymix concrete, with quarries and plants around the country.
3. Which fields? +
Two diplomas only: civil engineering, tied to the Peninsula Quarry, and mechanical engineering, tied to the Rheebok Quarry. The bursary funds 36 months of study.
4. Who qualifies? +
Students enrolled, or enrolling, at an accredited South African institution for one of those diplomas, with a strong academic record and an overall average of at least 60%, and a good disciplinary record. Preference goes to historically disadvantaged South Africans and to women.
5. How do I apply? +
There is no application form. Email a certified ID, your Matric certificate and a CV to cape.recruitment@za.afrisam.com with 'Bursary – Civil Engineering' or 'Bursary – Mechanical Engineering' in the subject line.
6. Who do I contact? +
AfriSam recruitment at recruitment.central@za.afrisam.com.
Update note (checked September 2026): the 2027 round closed on 11 September 2026, and late applications are not considered. Expect the 2028 round to open around July 2027 and close in September 2027.
This round is not open right now. Check the provider’s own site for the next round.
Visit the provider’s websiteOr send your application by email:
cape.recruitment@za.afrisam.com
