Silulumanzi Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE SILULUMANZI BURSARY COVER?

Silulumanzi is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies within the Water Industry, particularly the following fields:

  • Biology (BSc)
  • Chemical Engineering (BSc)
  • Civil Engineering (BSc)
  • Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current/ Light Current) (BSc)
  • Environmental Science (National Diploma)
  • Fitter and Turner
  • Fitting (including Machinery)
  • Information Technology (BSc)
  • Instrumentation Mechanical
  • Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
  • Millwright
  • Quantity Survey (BSc)
  • Water Care (National Diploma)

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE SILULUMANZI BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed books and/or study materials and accommodation.

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 Silulumanzi Bursary.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE SILULUMANZI BURSARY?

Bursaries will be awarded based on academic merit, and will be awarded for 1 year at a time – renewable each year based on academic performance.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – if you do not receive any feedback, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.​

Once students have graduated, they will be required to join Silulumanzi as an Intern – the duration of the internship will be equal to the duration of bursary funding received.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE SILULUMANZI 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 with a Bachelors pass
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time towards an undergraduate qualification, within one of the fields of study listed above
  • You must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must be interested in joining the Water Industry
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 6 for Mathematics and Science in Matric
  • You must have a strong academic record
  • Preference will be given:
    • previously disadvantaged individuals
    • females students
    • students with disabilities
    • South African citizens who reside within the above contractual concession areas where Silulumanzi operates (Mbombela city/ Nelspruit, KaNyamazane, Tekwane, Matsulu, KaMagugu, Msogwaba, Daantjie, Zwelisha, Mpakeni, Luphisi, Mattafin)

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE SILULUMANZI BURSARY?

Application forms can be collected from the Silulumanzi Customer Care Offices in KaNyamazane, Matsulu, and Mbombela/ Nelspruit.

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

Applications must be submitted in one of the following ways:

Post:
The Bursary Department
Human Resources
P 0 BOX 12753
Mbombela City
1200

Hand delivery to any of these Silulumanzi Customer Care Offices:

  • KaNyamazane Customer Care Office: Shop 27c, KaNyamazane Shopping Complex, Chris Hani Drive, KaNyamazane, 1214
  • Matsulu Customer Care Office: Stand no 438, Matsulu Civic Centre, Matsulu A, Matsulu, 1200
  • Mbombela City Customer Care Office: 18 Nel Street, Bateleur, Mbombela City, 1200

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE SILULUMANZI 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):

  • Birth Certificate (certified copy)
  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
  • Full tertiary academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
  • 2025 exam results (on institutions letterhead)
  • Supplementary exam results, if applicable (on tertiary letterhead)
  • Breakdown of study fees: invoice/ statement/ account/ receipt (in writing, on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ death certificates if deceased)
  • Proof of residence
  • Motivational letter explaining reason why you chose your field of study (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
  • Proof of disability, if applicable

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE SILULUMANZI BURSARY?

30 November 2026.

(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 Silulumanzi directly:
Tel: 013 752 6839
Contact page: https://www.silulumanzi.com/contact-us

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

WHAT DOES SILULUMANZI DO?

Silulumanzi is a private water and wastewater services provider operating within the City of Mbombela Local Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa. Established in 1999, the company was formed through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) to assist the municipality in delivering essential water and sanitation services to local communities.

As a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), Silulumanzi is responsible for supplying treated drinking water and managing wastewater services for hundreds of thousands of residents. The company has reported delivering more than 120 million litres of potable water daily to over 400 000 people.

Silulumanzi focuses on maintaining reliable water infrastructure, improving operational efficiency and ensuring access to safe water through modern technology and skilled personnel. Its responsibilities also include supporting effective sanitation services and sustainable water resource management.

Through its partnership with the City of Mbombela, Silulumanzi contributes to public health, environmental sustainability and the economic development of the communities it serves.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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