Nkangala District Municipality Bursary

Who can apply

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be between 17 and 35 years old
• You must reside within the Nkangala District Municipality area of jurisdiction, in Mpumalanga province, including the following local municipalities: Dr JS Moroka Emakhazeni Emalahleni Steve Tshwete Thembisile Hani Victor Khanye
• You must be from a historically disadvantaged background
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the fields of study listed above
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited public institution in South Africa (University, University of Technology or TVET College)
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% for the 2026 academic year, if enrolled at university
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 50% for the 2026 academic year, if enrolled at TVET college
• You must have proven financial need, with a total household income of NOT more than R180 000 per annum
• You must agree to enter into a contractual agreement with Nkangala Local Municipality
• Dr JS Moroka
• Emakhazeni
• Emalahleni
• Steve Tshwete
• Thembisile Hani
• Victor Khanye

How to apply

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

Full details

Nkangala District Municipality Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Nkangala District Municipality is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students who reside within the Nkangala District Municipality (Mpumalanga), preferably for undergraduate studies within these fields:

• Architecture
• Civil Engineering
• Disaster Management
• Environmental Management
• Finance
• Information Technology Engineering (Robotics/ Software Development)
• Law
• Mining Engineering
• Regional/ Town Planning
• Social Sciences

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

The bursary will NOT cover any outstanding student debt.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted - if you do not receive any feedback, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

WHAT IS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Download and complete the Nkangala District Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

Alternatively, application forms can be collected from one of the municipalities listed below.

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Nkangala District Municipality bursary.

Applications can be hand delivered to the following local municipalities:

• Nkangala District Municipality: 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middleburg
• Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality: 7 Siyabuswa Industrial Park Siyabuswa
• Emakhazeni Local Municipality: 25 Scheepers Street, eMakhazeni
• Emalahleni Local Municipality: 37 Indwe Road, Cacadu
• Steve Tshwete Local Municipality: cnr Walter Sisulu Street and Wanderers Avenue, Middelburg
• Thembisile Hani Local Municipality: Stand 24 Kwaggafontein C, eMpumalanga
• Victor Khanye Local Municipality: cnr Samuel and Van der Walt Streets, Delmas

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory - if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID Document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Most recent academic results/ record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead) (certified copy)
• Proof of achievements/ merit certificates, if applicable
• Parents or guardians ID Documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips or employment letter if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ affidavit if self-employed/ proof of pension or grant if applicable) (certified copy)
• Proof of address (this can be in the form of a water bill, lights, rates, tribal authority letter etc) (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance at an institution (if available)
• Motivational letter to support your application

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

30 October 2026 (at 13:30).

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted - please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Nkangala District Municipality directly:Contact people:

• Colleen Madlala (Tel: 013 249 2049)

• Headman Skosana (Tel: 013 249 2049)

WHAT DOES THE NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY DO?

The Nkangala District Municipality is one of Mpumalanga’s three district municipalities and serves as an important administrative and economic region within the province. The district consists of six local municipalities: Emalahleni, Victor Khanye, Steve Tshwete, Thembisile Hani, Emakhazeni and Dr JS Moroka. The district municipality’s headquarters are situated in Middelburg.

Nkangala plays a significant role in Mpumalanga’s economy, supported by its rich reserves of coal and other mineral resources, as well as its established industrial, energy and agricultural activities. The district’s natural resources and strategic economic sectors contribute substantially to employment, development and investment in the province.

Through its development initiatives and community-focused programmes, the Nkangala District Municipality also contributes to improving opportunities for residents and supporting long-term socio-economic growth. Its role in education and skills development forms part of these efforts, including initiatives such as bursary opportunities aimed at helping deserving students pursue higher education.

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