Msunduzi Municipality Bursary

Written by Keagan HendricksStaff Writer (Unisa Alumnus)

Reviewed & verified by Naledi KhumaloSenior Admissions and Bursaries EditorVerified

The Msunduzi Municipality Bursary provides financial support to deserving students like you, who are pursuing their tertiary education in certain special fields that will contribute a lot to the municipality’s growth and development.

These fields include: Local Government Administration, Town and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Information Technology, and Finance and Accounting

The bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation costs, and a living allowance, thereby easing the financial burden and allowing the students to focus on their studies.

Recipients are also expected to contribute to the community through internships and volunteer work within the Msunduzi Municipality.

This will also help them gain valuable practical experience and building connections with future employers.

Application Form for the Msunduzi Municipality Bursary

To apply for the Msunduzi Municipality Bursary, you can download the official Msunduzi Municipality Bursary application form from the municipality’s website.

You can also collect a hard copy from the Prof Nyembezi Building, Ground Floor, Foyer Application Box, 341 Church St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201.

Do well to complete the form accurately and comprehensively and provide all the necessary information and supporting documents.

When you’re done with filling the form, you can submit your application in one of the following ways:
1. Hand delivery:
Prof Nyembezi Building
Ground Floor
Foyer Application Box
341 Church Street
Pietermaritzburg
3201.

2. Post:
The Msunduzi Municipality
Private Bag x 321
Pietermaritzburg
3200.

Msunduzi Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Msunduzi Municipality Bursary, you must satisfy the institution’s standard criteria:

1. South African citizenship: You must be a South African citizen by birth or naturalization.
2. Age: You must be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of application.
3. Residency: You must be a permanent resident of Msunduzi Municipality.
4. Education: You must have completed your Matriculation examination or be currently enrolled in Matric.
5. Field of study: You must be intending to study or currently studying full-time in a field relevant to local government, such as:
   • Civil Engineering
   • Town Planning
   • Municipal Finance
   • Public Administration
   • Social Work
   • Education
   • Information Technology
6. University acceptance: You must have secured acceptance into a recognized tertiary institution for the relevant field of study.
7. Poor background: You must come from a previously disadvantaged background.
8. Work commitment: You must be willing to work for Msunduzi Municipality for a period equivalent to the duration of the bursary after completing your studies.

Msunduzi Municipality Bursary Closing Date

The deadline for submitting your Msunduzi Municipality Bursary application is usually in October of each year.

But to be on the safer side, check the municipality’s website or contact them directly for the latest closing date as it may vary slightly from year to year.

Also if you have any questions or clarifications regarding the Msunduzi Municipality Bursary, you can contact the municipality on this telephone number: 033 392 2804.