Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality invites students to apply for Bursary Programme for 2025 academic year.
Bursary Application closing date: 23 January 2024
The Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is located in the Limpopo Province, within the Sekhukhune District. This rural municipality has a population of over 270,000 residents, spanning more than 2000 square kilometers. The municipality’s main language is Sepedi, and it is known for its traditional land ownership. The municipality is named “Makhuduthamaga,” which refers to the executives or leaders of the Fetakgomo movement from the 1950s.
About the Bursary Programme
The Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is offering a bursary for undergraduate studies in 2025. The bursary is open to students who reside within the municipality’s jurisdiction in Limpopo, and will support studies in the following fields:
- Accounting
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Regional and Town Planning
- Waste Management
A total budget of R3 million has been allocated for external bursaries, prioritizing students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.
Coverage Value
The bursary will cover the following expenses:
- Registration fee
- Tuition fees
- Study materials
- Accommodation
- Meals
Selection Criteria
The selection of candidates will be based on two main factors:
- Academic Excellence
- Financial Need
Applicants who meet these criteria will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- South African citizen
- Reside within the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality area in Limpopo
- Currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- Intend to study or already studying full-time towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the specified fields
- Accepted or provisionally accepted to study at a registered and accredited South African institution
- Strong academic record
- Financial need
How to Apply
To apply, follow these steps:
- Download the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary Application Form for 2025.
- Complete the application form.
- Submit the following documents (clear, certified copies):
- ID document
- Matric certificate or progress report
- Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution
- Parents’/guardians’ ID documents
- Proof of parents’/guardians’ income (e.g., payslips, affidavit, financial statements, or death certificate if applicable)
- Proof of residence
Applications can be submitted in the following ways:
- Hand delivery:
- Makhuduthamaga municipal head office (HRD office), 1 Groblersdal Road, Jane Furse, 1085
- Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:30
- Post:
- Private Bag X434, Jane Furse, 1085
Note: Applications submitted via email or fax will NOT be accepted.