Are you a resident of the Vhembe District Municipality pursuing or aiming to pursue tertiary studies?
Do you come from a struggling background and need financial assistance to fund your schooling and achieve your academic dreams?
If so, the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary might be the answer you’ve been searching for.
About the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
The Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary focuses on assisting financially disadvantaged students who reside within the Vhembe District Municipal area of Limpopo province.
The bursary program encourages individuals to pursue studies in specific fields that are important for the district’s development and growth.
Some of these supported fields are:
- Administration and Management studies
- Engineering studies (Civil, Electrical, Mining, Mechanical, Chemical)
- Business and Finance studies
- Environmental and Disaster Management studies
- Water and Waste Management studies
- Media studies
- Tourism studies
- Agriculture studies
- Information Technology studies
- Youth and Developmental studies
- Regional and Town Planning studies
By awarding bursaries in these specialized fields, the program hopes to build a skilled workforce that can contribute to the district’s advancement and address its various needs.
Application Form for the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
The application process for the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary is easy and accessible.
You can acquire the application form through the following channels:
- Download the application form directly from the Vhembe District Municipality website: (Go to the “News” section under “Notices” and select “2024 Vhembe District Mayoral Bursary Fund”).
- Visit the Vhembe District Municipality offices: Locate the nearest municipal office within the district (Musina, Makhado, Thulamela, and Collins Chabane) and request an application form in person.
Remember, completing the application form accurately and properly is extremely important if you want your application to receive due consideration.
Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary, you must adhere to the following eligibility requirements:
- South African citizenship: You must be a South African citizen with a valid ID document.
- Matriculation: You must have completed Matric (Grade 12) or be a current Matriculant.
- Residency: You must reside within the Vhembe District Municipality area in Limpopo province.
- Field of study: You must be pursuing or intending to pursue studies in one of the fields supported by the bursary program.
- Tertiary institution: You must be studying or planning to study at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution within the Vhembe District.
- Financial need: You must demonstrate financial disadvantage and require assistance to cover your tuition fees and other academic expenses.
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee that you will win the bursary award.
The selection process considers academic merit, financial need, and alignment with the district’s developmental goals.
Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary Closing Date
The closing date for submitting your application for the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary is on January 25th 2024.
Submit your completed application form and all supporting documentation before the deadline to avoid getting disqualified.
For any inquiries or additional information regarding the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary, you can contact the Vhembe District Municipality offices at 015 960 2008 / 015 960 2012 during office hours (Monday to Friday, 07:45 to 16:30).