Are you a final-year undergraduate student with the drive, academic excellence, and ambition to build a meaningful career? Wilmar SA is inviting applications for its prestigious 2026 Bursary Programme — an opportunity designed to invest in South Africa’s most promising young talent from historically disadvantaged and underprivileged backgrounds.
About Wilmar SA
Wilmar International is one of Asia’s leading agribusiness groups, with a significant footprint across Africa. Wilmar SA is committed to nurturing homegrown talent and contributing to South Africa’s socioeconomic development by supporting exceptional students who demonstrate both financial need and outstanding academic potential.
Who Should Apply?
This bursary is open to South African citizens who are currently enrolled in their final undergraduate year at an accredited South African institution of higher learning. Applicants must be Historically Disadvantaged Persons and/or from an underprivileged background.
Eligible degree programmes include:
- Accounting
- Agro-Economics
- Econometrics
- Engineering
- Finance
- Human Resources Management
- International Trade
- Operations Management
- Production Management
- Marketing or any sales-related qualification
- Supply Chain
Selection Criteria
Candidates are evaluated on the basis of financial need and academic potential. The minimum academic requirement is a 70% aggregate in the most recent examinations. All qualifying applications will be reviewed, with final shortlisting and selection taking place in August 2026.
Please note that meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee selection. Only a select few candidates will be awarded this bursary, and the final decision rests entirely at Wilmar SA’s discretion.
What You Will Need to Submit
To complete your application, please have the following documents ready:
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Full academic record including 2026 Semester 1 results
- Grade 12 results / NSC certificate
- A recent head-and-shoulders photograph
- Proof of income for both parents or guardians (e.g. payslips)
You will also be required to complete a motivational essay addressing the following subheadings:
- Personal and Family Background
- Achievements and Leadership Positions
- Strengths and Weaknesses
- Career Plans
- How your chosen career relates to your interests, talents, and current study programme
In addition, you will need to write a brief personal statement to headline your application — a concise summary that captures who you are and why you deserve this opportunity.
Family Financial Information
Applicants will be asked to provide details of combined gross annual family income, parental employment status, and the number of dependants supported by the household income. This information is used solely to assess financial need and is handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Application Deadline
Selection takes place in August 2026. Do not delay — ensure your application is submitted well in advance with all required supporting documents attached.
Apply Now
Take the next step toward securing your future. Click the link below to access the official Wilmar SA Bursary Application Form:
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