Southern Sphere Platinum (Pty) Ltd invites applications for its 2026 bursary programme. This opportunity is aimed at academically strong and financially needy South African students from local communities within the Sekhukhune District.

This bursary is ideal for students who are passionate about building careers in mining, engineering, science, law, and technology-related fields. The programme is part of the company’s commitment to community development and skills upliftment through education.

Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 06 April 2026

About the Bursary

Southern Sphere Platinum is a mining development company with operations in the Steelpoort area, focusing on platinum group metals and chrome. Through this bursary programme, the company aims to support the development of future professionals who will contribute to the growth of the mining and related industries.

The bursary offers financial support of up to R200,000 per student and may cover the following:

• Tuition fees
• University accommodation or approved private accommodation
• Prescribed textbooks
• Meal allowance

Please note that the bursary does not cover any outstanding fees from previous academic years.

Fields of Study

The bursary is available for students studying in the following disciplines:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Management
• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Mining Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Geology
• Legal Studies
• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Data Science

Minimum Requirements

To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must be from a local community within the Sekhukhune District
• Must be currently enrolled as a second-year student
• Must be studying in one of the listed fields
• Must have achieved a minimum average of 60% in first-year results
• Must be studying at one of the following institutions: University of Limpopo, North-West University, University of the Witwatersrand, University of Johannesburg, or University of Pretoria

Applicants who are already receiving another bursary will not be considered. Preference may be given to students who can demonstrate financial need.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit certified copies of the following:

• South African ID document
• Matric certificate
• Full academic record (first-year results)
• Proof of university registration or acceptance
• Proof of residence in the Sekhukhune District

Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.

How to Apply

There is no application form. Interested applicants must submit all required documents via email, along with a cover note explaining why they should be considered for the bursary.

Email: bursaries@southernsphere.co.za

Applications must be submitted before 17:00 on 06 April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo further assessments such as interviews or psychometric tests. If you do not receive feedback within 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.