Bitou Municipality Bursary 2026 Requirements & Application Guide

Are you a South African student residing in the Bitou Municipality and passionate about pursuing studies in specific fields? 

The Bitou Municipality Bursary program might be the perfect financial aid opportunity for you.

This bursary program strives to support deserving students within the municipality by providing financial assistance for tertiary education. 

About the Bitou Municipality Bursary

Bitou Municipality, situated in the Western Cape (Eden District), is committed to community development through education and skills growth. 

The bursary programme reflects its dedication to nurturing local talent who will contribute to municipal priorities. 

Fields of Study Funded

The bursary prioritises full-time studies in disciplines that support municipal development, including:

1. Artisan trades: Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Bricklayer
2. Building Inspectors
3. Civil and Electrical Engineering
4. Internal Auditing (with Forensic Investigation focus) ([turn0search2]turn0search3)

Benefits for Recipients

• Covers study-related expenses, paid directly to accredited South African tertiary institutions.
• Aimed at helping students in scarce and development-aligned fields complete their qualifications.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all the following conditions:

1. Be a South African citizen
2. Reside within the Bitou Municipal area, or their parents own ratable property there 
3. Completed Matric
4. Be enrolled or intending to enroll full-time at a SAQA-accredited institution in a qualifying field
5. Preference may be given based on academic merit and financial need

How to Apply

1. Download the official application form from the Bitou Municipality website—look for the “External Bursary Application” or “Mayoral Bursary” form.
   
2. Alternatively, collect a physical copy from municipal offices or public libraries.
   
3. Complete the form and submit with required documentation (see Required Documents).

Submit in person or by post to:

The Manager: Office of the Executive Mayor  

Bitou Municipality  

4 Sewel Street  

Plettenberg Bay, 6600  

Required Documents

Attach certified copies of:

1. South African ID
2. Matric certificate or latest results
3. Full academic record and proof of registration or acceptance
4. Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income
5. Proof of residence or ratable property within the municipality
6. Banking details of the tertiary institution (on official bank letterhead)

Closing Date

No official closing date for the 2026 bursary has been published on Bitou Municipality’s official site. 

Previously, the closing date fell between late January and early February (e.g., 24 January 2025 or 2 February 2024).

You must check Bitou Municipality’s official site and local notices early in 2026 to confirm the final deadline.

Contact Details

For enquiries, contact Bitou Municipality’s bursary office:

• Mr. Duncan Meyer – Youth & Sports Coordinator
• Tel: 044 501 3457
• Email: [email protected]