Mbuyelo Coal Bursary South Africa 2027

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – MBUYELO / KHASHANI COLLIERY

Mbuyelo Coal is a proudly South African mining company focused on the responsible development and extraction of coal resources to support the country’s energy needs. Through its operations, the company aims to contribute to economic growth, job creation and sustainable community development in the regions where it operates.

Khashani Colliery, one of Mbuyelo Coal’s key mining operations located in Mpumalanga, plays an important role in the company’s production portfolio. In addition to its mining activities, the colliery is committed to uplifting surrounding communities by investing in education and skills development. As part of this commitment, Mbuyelo Coal and Khashani Colliery support initiatives such as bursary programmes aimed at empowering promising South African students to pursue tertiary studies and build careers that will contribute to the future of the mining industry and the country.
 

ABOUT THE MBUYELO BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Khashani Colliery (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Mbuyelo Group, is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate degree studies, within these fields:

  • Electrical Engineering (BSc)
  • Geology (BSc)
  • Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
  • Metallurgical Engineering (BSc)
  • Mining Engineering (BSc)
  • Survey

 

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ABOUT THE MBUYELO BURSARY PROGRAMME – RENEWAL & SELECTION

The bursary is renewable each year, dependent on satisfactory academic performance.

Successful candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the closing date – if you have not received any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Mbuyelo Mining Contractors (MMC) Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MBUYELO 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):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate degree qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2027
  • You must be accepted to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa
  • You must have a strong academic record
  • Preference will be given to students who reside in Ga-nala, within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga), however students outside of this area may also apply

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE MBUYELO BURSARY

Students who meet the above criteria, may apply by requesting a copy of the application form via email: hr.khashani@mbuyelo.com
(Insert the words “Mbuyelo Bursary 2027” in the email subject line).
 

You may be requested to submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application form:

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Proof of admission at a tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
  • Full academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of residence (certified by local authority or Municipality)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE MBUYELO BURSARY

30 March 2026.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Mbuyelo directly:
Email: hr.khashani@mbuyelo.com
Contact form: https://www.mbuyelo.com/contact-us/
 

Please do NOT contact Mbuyelo if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in March 2026.

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