The Nkangala District Municipality Bursary is a financial aid program established by the Nkangala District Municipality to support bright but needy students from disadvantaged backgrounds in their pursuit of tertiary education.

The program pays more attention to students who are studying in fields that are considered vital for the district’s development, such as engineering, town planning, IT, and finance.

By receiving this bursary, you can expect financial assistance covering tuition fees, registration costs, and prescribed textbooks.

You will also be entitled to quality mentorship and support from the Nkangala District Municipality and the opportunity to contribute to the development of your community upon graduation.

Application Form for the Nkangala District Municipality Bursary

The application process for the Nkangala District Municipality Bursary is relatively straightforward.

You can download the application form online or from any of the following locations:

  1. Nkangala District Municipality: 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middleburg
  2. Emakhazeni Local Municipality: 25 Scheepers Street, eMakhazeni
  3. Emalahleni Local Municipality: 37 Indwe Road, Cacadu
  4. Victor Khanye Local Municipality: cnr Samuel and Van der Walt Streets, Delmas
  5. Thembisile Hani Local Municipality: Stand 24 Kwaggafontein C, eMpumalanga
  6. Steve Tshwete Local Municipality: cnr Walter Sisulu Street and Wanderers Avenue, Middelburg
  7. Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality: 7 Siyabuswa Industrial Park Siyabuswa

Remember to download and complete the application form electronically or print it clearly and legibly.

Also, attach all required supporting documents, including certified copies of academic results, proof of residence, and your identity document.

When you’re done filling the form and attaching all the required papers, have them submitted to any of the office locations listed above.

Nkangala District Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Nkangala District Municipality bursary, you must meet the following criteria:

  1. Be a South African citizen residing within the Nkangala District Municipality.
  2. Come from a historically disadvantaged background.
  3. Be currently enrolled or intend to enroll full-time at a recognized South African university or FET college.
  4. Be pursuing studies in a field prioritized by the Nkangala District Municipality (engineering, town planning, IT, finance, etc.).
  5. Demonstrate academic merit with a minimum overall average of 65%.
  6. Have proven financial need, as determined by your household income.
  7. Be willing to enter into a contractual agreement with the Nkangala District Municipality.

Please note that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee that you will be awarded the bursary.

The Nkangala District Municipality will select recipients based on academic merit, financial need, and alignment with the program’s objectives.

Nkangala District Municipality Bursary Closing Date

The Nkangala District Municipality Bursary always has a fixed closing date each year, usually falling in late October or November.

For the 2024 application cycle, the closing date was November 30th, 2023.

To ensure your application is considered, make sure to submit your form long before the deadline.

The exact closing date will be announced on the Nkangala District Municipality website and other official communication channels when the time is due.

For the latest information and updates regarding the Nkangala District Municipality Bursary, including the specific closing date for the current year, please refer to the Nkangala District Municipality website or contact the office directly on any of these numbers: 013 249 2000 / 013 249 2800.