City of Matlosana Bursary 2026 Requirements & Application

Investing in the future of Matlosana’s youth, the City of Matlosana Bursary offers diligent students the financial help they need to pursue their tertiary education. 

The bursary is a merit-based financial aid program established by the Matlosana Municipality in the North West Province of South Africa.

About the Bursary

This bursary is offered by the City Council of the City of Matlosana (North West Province). 

It is managed by the Office of the Executive Mayor via the Bursary Committee. 

The goal is to help academically deserving students from the Matlosana municipality with study costs at recognised South African tertiary institutions.

Fields of Study Funded

• The bursary does not restrict applicants to a limited set of courses; all fields are considered.
• However, preference is given to students studying in scarce skills sectors.

Benefits for Recipients

• Helps cover tertiary study-related expenses such as tuition/course fees, books/materials, and living allowance (depending on need) as per the bursary description.
• Allows students to concentrate on studies by providing financial relief. (Note: specifics of amounts are usually not public in the sources found.)

Eligibility Criteria

You must meet all the following:

1. Be a South African citizen residing in the Matlosana Municipality area.
2. Demonstrate financial need.
3. Have a strong academic record.
4. Be accepted (or provisionally accepted) at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa.
5. Proof of residence within the Matlosana Municipality.

How to Apply

1. Collect the bursary application form from your nearest municipal offices or local libraries in the KOSH area (Klerksdorp, Orkney, Stilfontein, Hartbeesfontein).
2. Complete the application form and attach certified copies of the required documents.
3. Submit the completed application to:
   Office of the Executive Mayor – Bursary Committee
   City Council of Matlosana
   Civic Center Building
   Cnr Oliver Tambo & Braam Fisher
   Klerksdorp, 2570

Required Documents

Include certified copies of:

1. South African ID document
2. Matric certificate or final results statement
3. Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution
4. Course fee statement (or similar document showing tuition costs)
5. Proof of residence (e.g. utility bill; municipality), to show you live in the Matlosana area

Closing Date

The deadline for applications is 31 January annually.

For the 2026 cycle, no updated or different closing date has been announced so the 31 January date remains the known reference.

Contact Details

For enquiries, contact:

• Mr Gaopalelwe Lemme or Ms Disebo Motaung at City of Matlosana
• Tel: 018 487 8002