Amandla Omoya Trust Bursaries 2027

Who can apply

• Applicants must be South African citizens and must reside within 50km of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm.
• Candidates must either be currently in Matric or have already completed Matric.
• Applicants must be studying or intending to study towards a Degree, National Diploma or qualifying NQF Level 6 technical and vocational programme.
• They must also have been accepted to study at a recognised public or private South African tertiary education or training institution, including a university, university of technology or TVET college.
• Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

Documents you will need

• Certified copy of South African ID.
• Certified latest Matric results or Matric certificate.
• Certified latest academic results if already studying.
• Proof of acceptance from the institution on an official letterhead.
• Proof of residential address.
• Proof of parents’ or guardians’ household income.
• Acceptable household income documents may include recent payslips, an affidavit where a parent or guardian is unemployed, or proof of pension or SASSA grant where applicable.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Amandla Omoya Trust - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

The Amandla Omoya Trust invites qualifying South African students residing within a 50km radius of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm to apply for the Community Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Bursary Location: Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm surrounding communities, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Programme 2027

The Amandla Omoya Trust is offering bursary funding to students from communities surrounding the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm in the Eastern Cape.

The bursary is open to students studying or planning to study in any field, provided the programme is at least at NQF Level 6.

This includes university degrees, national diplomas and qualifying technical or vocational programmes.

Areas Covered by the Bursary

Applicants must reside within a 50km radius of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm.

The surrounding communities mentioned in the bursary information include:

• Humansdorp
• Jeffreys Bay
• Weston
• Hankey
• Loerie
• Thornhill
• Patensie

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary is open to any field of study.

Eligible study options include Degree programmes, National Diploma programmes and NQF Level 6 technical and vocational education and training programmes.

Technical and skills-based programmes may include areas such as plumbing, bricklaying and other recognised training programmes, provided they meet the required qualification level.

What the Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Covers

The bursary may provide funding for:

Registration fees

Tuition fees

Examination fees

Study materials

Accommodation

and

Meals

The total value of the bursary will be determined individually for each successful applicant.

Selection Criteria

Selection will mainly be based on:

Academic performance

and

Financial need

Applicants must therefore provide sufficient academic and household financial information during the application process.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be South African citizens and must reside within 50km of the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm.

Candidates must either be currently in Matric or have already completed Matric.

Applicants must be studying or intending to study towards a Degree, National Diploma or qualifying NQF Level 6 technical and vocational programme.

They must also have been accepted to study at a recognised public or private South African tertiary education or training institution, including a university, university of technology or TVET college.

Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

Required Supporting Documents

Applicants must submit clear copies of the required supporting documents, including:

Acceptable household income documents may include recent payslips, an affidavit where a parent or guardian is unemployed, or proof of pension or SASSA grant where applicable.

How to Apply for Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary 2027

Applications must be submitted online through StudyTrust.

Click here to apply for Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary 2027

Applicants should also read the StudyTrust bursary application instructions before submitting their application.

Click here to read the StudyTrust bursary application instructions

Bursary Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

30 September 2026

Late applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries

For enquiries about the bursary, contact StudyTrust.

Telephone: 011 482 1501 / 011 403 1632

Email: [email protected]

Frequently asked questions

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