Are you a South African student with the drive to succeed and the ambition to contribute to your community? The City of Ekurhuleni is offering a life-changing opportunity through its Community Bursary Programme 2026 — a fully funded bursary designed to support academically deserving youth in pursuing full-time undergraduate studies at accredited South African institutions.

This bursary is more than financial assistance. It is an investment in the future of Ekurhuleni — developing skilled graduates who will serve and strengthen municipal service delivery for years to come. If you live within the City of Ekurhuleni and have the academic potential to match your ambition, this programme was built for you.

Fields of Study

Applications are invited from students pursuing qualifications in the following disciplines:

• Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
• Town and Regional Planning / Architecture
• Environmental Science
• Finance, Accounting and Auditing
• Information Technology / Computer Science / Data Science
• Health Sciences

Only qualifications offered by accredited South African universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges will be considered. TVET College students are specifically encouraged to apply.

What the Bursary Covers

Subject to the availability of funds, the bursary covers:

• Registration and tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks
• Accommodation and meals (where applicable)

The bursary is renewable annually, based on academic performance.

Who Can Apply

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be South African citizens residing within the City of Ekurhuleni (proof of residence required)
• Be between 18 and 35 years of age
• Have completed Grade 12
• Have secured an acceptance letter or proof of registration for the 2026 academic year
• Be able to provide proof of total monthly household income

Documents Required

All applications must include certified copies (not older than three months) of the following:

• South African ID
• Matric certificate
• Acceptance letter or proof of registration at an accredited institution
• Proof of residence within the City of Ekurhuleni (not older than three months)
• Motivation letter (maximum one page)
• Proof of household income (salary slips, stamped bank statement with affidavit)
• Social grant proof, if applicable

Conditions of the Bursary

Successful applicants will be required to sign a bursary contract with the City of Ekurhuleni. Recipients must maintain a minimum yearly average of 70% to remain eligible for renewal. Bursary holders may also be required to complete vacation work within municipal departments. The City reserves the right to withdraw the bursary in cases of poor academic performance or misconduct.

How to Apply

Application forms are available online at the City of Ekurhuleni’s official website. Click here to access the application form and full programme details.

For enquiries, contact the City of Ekurhuleni directly on: 011 999 3516 | 011 999 9230 | 011 999 1946 | 011 999 1758 | 011 999 1844

Closing Date: 3 April 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future — and in the future of Ekurhuleni.