The Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary is an initiative by Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH), a leading investment company committed to improving the lives of the Bafokeng people.

This bursary program aims to bridge the financial gap for deserving students seeking to pursue tertiary education in specific fields crucial for the community’s development.

Through this scholarship, RBH invests in the future leaders of the Bafokeng community.

This will help foster academic excellence and train skilled professionals who will contribute to the community’s social and economic progress.

Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Application Form

Applying for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary is a straightforward process. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Visit the Tshikululu Social Investments website: The online application form is available on the Tshikululu website, RBH’s social investment arm.
  2. Create an account: If you’re a new user, register on the website by providing your basic information. Returning applicants can simply log in using their existing credentials.
  3. Fill out the application form: Carefully review the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all the requirements before proceeding. The form will require you to provide details about your personal information, academic background, chosen field of study, and financial circumstances.
  4. Upload supporting documents: Attach certified copies of all necessary documents, including your ID document, proof of residence, Matric certificate, academic records, and any other supporting documentation as specified on the website.
  5. Submit your application: Once you have completed the form and uploaded all documents, review your application carefully before submitting it. Remember, the application process is competitive, so ensure your application is complete and error-free.

The Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Requirements

To be eligible for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings bursary, you must meet the following criteria:

  1. Be a South African citizen
  2. Reside in one of the 29 villages within the Rustenburg Valley
  3. Be 35 years old or younger
  4. Have completed your Matriculation (Grade 12) exams
  5. Be studying or intending to study full-time towards a qualification in one of the following fields:
    • Accounting
    • Agriculture
    • Business Management
    • Education
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Health Sciences
    • Information Technology
    • Law
    • Social Work
  6. Be unemployed or have limited income (less than R350 000 per annum)
  7. Demonstrate academic merit and strong potential for success

The Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Closing Date

Unfortunately, the application window for the 2024 Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary has closed. The deadline for applications was November 10, 2023, at 23:59 SAST.

However, I encourage you to regularly visit the Tshikululu website and the Royal Bafokeng HoldingsRoyal Bafokeng Holdings for updates on the opening and closing dates of the next scholarship cycle.

For further inquiries about the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary or other RBH social investment initiatives, you can contact Tshikululu Social Investments through email at: [email protected] or through their official website.