The Eastern Cape is one of the nine provinces of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho, but its two largest cities are East London and Gqeberha.

In terms of education, the province is noted for some prominent universities with worldwide recognition. Nelson Mandela University, Rhodes University, University of Fort Hare, and Walter Sisulu University are the leading Universities in the provinces.

Eastern Cape has several government bursaries available to students throughout the year.

Below is a list of government bursary programs for which students in the Eastern Cape province can apply.
Use the links to read more about these bursary opportunities before applying.

Eastern Cape Government Bursaries

Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary

Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary

Chris Hani District Municipality Bursary

DEDEAT Bursary

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) Bursary

Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary

Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) Bursary

East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) Bursary

Eastern Cape Department of Education (ECDOE) Bursary

Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary

Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Bursary

Eastern Cape Department of Transport Bursary

Eastern Cape Department of Transport Traffic Bursary

Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury Bursary

Engcobo Local Municipality Bursary

FASSET Bursary

Ingquza Hill Local Municipality Bursary

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Bursary