Gibela Bursary South Africa 2025

Gibela is a leading South African manufacturer of railway rolling stock.

Established as a joint venture between Ubumbano Rail, Alstom, and New Africa Rail, the company plays a crucial role in developing and maintaining South Africa’s rail infrastructure.

Committed to empowering the next generation of rail industry professionals, Gibela offers a bursary program for deserving students.

About the Gibela Bursary

The Gibela Bursary is an annual program that awards financial support to South African students pursuing careers in the rail sector.

The bursary covers a range of disciplines crucial to train a skilled and qualified workforce in rail engineering.

This initiative highlights Gibela’s dedication to fostering a pipeline of talent for the future of South Africa’s rail network.

Gibela Bursary Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Gibela Bursary, you must meet the following criteria:

  1. Citizenship: Be a South African citizen.
  2. Education Level:
    • TVET Students: Completed Matric with a minimum level 4 for Mathematics, Science, and English. Currently enrolled in or intend to enroll in a relevant program at a recognized and accredited TVET institution in 2025.
    • University/University of Technology Students: Completed Matric with a minimum level 6 for Mathematics, Physical Science, and Accounting, and level 5 for English. Currently enrolled in or intend to enroll in a relevant program at a recognized and accredited University or University of Technology in 2025.
  3. Academic Record: Demonstrate a strong academic record and potential for future success.
  4. Financial Need: Be in demonstrable financial need.
  5. Program of Study: Be enrolled in or intend to enroll in one of the following fields:
    • TVET College: Boiler-makers, Control and instrumentation technicians, Electricians, Fitters and Turners, Mechanics, Millwrights, Pattern-makers, Plumbers, Vehicle-builders, Welders.  
    • University/University of Technology: Accounting, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Logistics Management, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Supply Chain.  

Gibela Bursary Application Requirements

To apply for the Gibela Bursary, you must submit the following documents:

  1. Certified copy of your South African ID document
  2. Certified copies of your full academic record
  3. Short Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  4. Certified copy of your parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed/informally employed, or proof of grant/pension)
  5. Proof of acceptance from a TVET institution (on institution letterhead) for TVET applicants only

How to Apply for the Gibela Bursary

There is no separate application form for the Gibela Bursary.

Submit all the required documents electronically through email: [email protected].

Include “Gibela Bursary 2025 TVET” or “Gibela Bursary 2025 University” in the subject line.

Your applications can also be faxed to: 086 246 2666

Gibela Bursary Closing Date

The application deadline for the Gibela Bursary for the 2024 academic year was February 2nd, 2024.

Applications for the 2025 bursary have not yet been opened.

Gibela Bursary Contact Information

For any queries related to the Gibela Bursary program, please contact:

  1. Email: [email protected] / [email protected]  
  2. Contact Person: Thenjiwe-Molly Mahlangu (Human Resources)
  3. Tel: 010 600 0651

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are looking for financial support to pursue your studies in rail engineering, consider applying for this bursary.

Applications open annually, so keep an eye out for the next application window to secure your chance to be part of this prestigious program.