Cape Gate Erwin Robert Balde Bursary 2026: Requirements and How to Apply

The Cape Gate Erwin Robert Balde Bursary is a comprehensive bursary that supports BCom (CA stream) students through to honours with full financial coverage and work experience opportunities. 

You cannot afford to delay because the applications typically close at the end of January.

About the Bursary

Named in memory of Erwin Robert Balde, the bursary is offered by Cape Gate (Pty) Ltd, a leading South African steel and wire manufacturing company. 

It reflects the company’s commitment to nurturing future chartered accountants and finance professionals.

Fields of Study Funded

This bursary is restricted to students enrolled in BCom programmes with a CA stream, covering studies up to honours level at recognized South African institutions.

Benefits for Recipients

1. Covers registration fees, tuition, prescribed book allowance, and provides a once-off computer allowance
2. Offers a personal monthly allowance and accommodation or living allowance
3. Provides paid vacation work during December and January with Cape Gate
4. Renewable annually based on academic performance
5. Possibility of post-graduation employment, with the work-back period equal to the bursary duration, paid at market rates

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following:

1. Be a South African citizen
2. Have completed Matric (2024 or earlier) or be in Matric currently
3. Achieve a minimum of 70% in Mathematics and 65% overall average
4. Plan to study, or already be registered for, a full-time BCom (CA stream) qualification at a recognized university in 2026
5. Demonstrate financial need and not be receiving any other financial assistance.

How to Apply

1. Download or collect the official bursary application form from Cape Gate’s HR Department or website.
2. Complete the form and attach the following certified documents:
   • Matric results
   • Proof of university admission or registration
   • Full academic transcripts and fee statement
   • A motivational statement explaining your choice of career path
3. Email the application and documents to: [email protected] with the subject line “ERB Bursary Scheme”

Required Documents

Prepare certified copies of:

1. Matric results
2. University acceptance letter or registration proof
3. Academic transcripts and institutional fee statement
4. Motivational statement

Closing Date

The application deadline for the 2026 cycle is 31 January 2026. Applications received after this date will not be accepted.

Contact Details

For enquiries, contact the bursary administrator:

• Email: [email protected]