Hey future go-getters! Are you dreaming of a career in mining, engineering, or finance? If you’re a student in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality and need a financial boost for your studies, then the **Gold One Gedex Operations Bursary 2026** might just be your golden ticket!
Gold One New Shelf 1186 (Gedex) Operations, a leading gold mining company, is stepping up to support South African talent. They’re offering a total of **31 bursaries** (16 for external students and 15 for their employees or dependents) to help you pursue tertiary studies in critical fields. This is more than just funding; it’s an investment in your skills and the future of our communities!
Who Can Apply?
To grab this awesome opportunity, you’ll need to meet specific requirements. Make sure you tick all the boxes:
External Applicants (Non-employees)
- You must be a **South African citizen**.
- You need to **reside within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality**, Gauteng.
- You must be **currently in Matric or have already completed Matric**.
- You should be **studying or planning to study** one of the approved fields (check them out below!).
- You must be **registered (or accepted)** at a recognised and accredited South African tertiary institution.
- Demonstrate a **financial need**.
- **Preference** will be given to students from mine hosting communities like Springs, Benoni, Brakpan, Nigel, and surrounding townships.
Internal Applicants (Employees or their Dependents)
- You must be a **permanent employee of Gold One**, or a **direct dependent** of an employee.
- You need to be **currently in Matric or have completed Matric**.
- You must be **registered at a recognised tertiary institution** in South Africa.
Gold One is looking for bright minds to join their team in the following fields:
- Financial Studies
- Geological and Earth Sciences
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Science
- Mining Engineering
- Other related fields (for internal applicants only)
What Does It Cover?
This bursary is designed to ease your financial burden, covering essential study costs:
- **Tuition fees**
- **Examination fees**
- **Prescribed textbooks**
- **University-administered accommodation** for full-time students
Just a heads-up: the bursary **does NOT** cover things like laptops, meals, data, transport, short courses, or monthly living stipends. If you’re successful, you’ll also need to sign a bursary agreement with Gold One Gedex Operations.
How to Apply?
Ready to apply? Awesome! Here’s how to do it and what you’ll need:
Applications must be submitted **online** via the official Gold One bursary application portal:
Apply for the Gold One Gedex Operations Bursary 2026 here!
Make sure you complete all sections and upload **certified PDF documents** (certified by SAPS). Don’t let incomplete applications stop you!
Required Supporting Documents:
For External Applicants:
- Certified copy of your **ID document**.
- Certified copy of **proof of tertiary registration**.
- Certified **formal quotations** for study-related expenses.
- Certified proof of **parents’/guardians’ household income** (latest payslips, an affidavit if unemployed, or proof of grant/pension).
- Certified **proof of residence**.
For Internal Applicants:
- **Internal Application Form** (get this from the T & A Department).
- Certified copy of **proof of tertiary registration**.
- Certified **formal quotations** for study-related expenses.
**Remember:** The closing date for applications is **02 January 2026**. Don’t be late — get your application in before the deadline!
If this sounds like the perfect bursary for you, don’t wait — apply now and kickstart your career! Good luck, future leaders, and explore even more bursaries on Bursaries Room!