There are many bursary opportunities that exist to ease the stress and financial burden on students who don’t have the means to fund their academic aspirations.

Among them is the Capricorn District Municipality Bursary which stands as a valuable resource for students who live in the Capricorn District in Limpopo, South Africa.

About the Municipality

Capricorn District Municipality, situated in Limpopo with Polokwane as its seat, oversees a predominantly rural region known for its Northern Sotho heritage and development potential.

The bursary reflects the municipality’s commitment to human development through education.

Fields of Study Funded

Funding is available for full-time National Diploma or Degree studies in these priority areas:

  • Engineering
  • Mining
  • Tourism
  • Water-related qualifications

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

  1. Be a South African citizen and a permanent resident of the Capricorn District.
  2. Be currently completing Matric and intending to study full-time for your first National Diploma or Degree.
  3. Have gained provisional or final acceptance at a recognized South African tertiary institution.
  4. Exhibit a strong Matric academic record.
  5. Demonstrate financial need and be from a disadvantaged background.
  6. Not be receiving any other bursary funding.

How to Apply

  1. Download and complete the official Capricorn District Municipality Bursary Application.
  2. Attach certified copies of all required supporting documents.
  3. Submit your application by mail to:
    The Records and Registry Unit
    Capricorn District Municipality
    P.O. Box 4100, Polokwane, 0700
    Or hand-deliver it to:
    Capricorn District Municipality
    41 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700

Required Documents

Submit certified copies of:

  1. Your South African ID.
  2. Your Matric certificate.
  3. Proof of tertiary provisional admission or acceptance.
  4. Proof of residence in the Capricorn District or a letter from the Traditional Authority if you reside in a village.
  5. Parent(s)/guardian(s)’ IDs.
  6. Parent(s)/guardian(s)’ income proof (latest payslip or affidavit if unemployed).

Closing Date

All applications must be submitted by 16:30 on 20 December 2025. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Contact Details

For enquiries related to the bursary programme, contact:

  • Joey Mamaregane or Bokang Mahlobogwane
  • Tel: 015 294 1077 or 015 294 1002
  • Email: [email protected]

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