Dorper Wind Farm Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – DORPER WIND FARM

The Dorper Wind Farm is a renewable energy project located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Developed to harness the region’s strong and consistent winds, the wind farm contributes significantly to the country’s energy needs by generating clean, sustainable electricity. With its advanced wind turbines, the Dorper Wind Farm has a capacity of around 100 MW, supplying power to thousands of homes and helping reduce reliance on fossil fuels. This project is part of South Africa’s commitment to diversifying its energy mix and addressing climate change through increased renewable energy production.
 

ABOUT THE DORPER WIND FARM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Dorper Wind Farm is inviting students to apply for the Inkqwithelo Zotshintsho Bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing in the communities of Molteno or Sterkstroom (Eastern Cape), preferably for studies in the fields of Teaching, Engineering, Science, Trades, and related careers.

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 Dorper Wind Farm Bursary.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE DORPER WIND FARM BURSARY PROGRAMME – SELECTION

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview, and final selection will be made based on the application and interview results.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 1 month of the closing date. If you do not receive any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DORPER WIND FARM 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 reside within the communities of Molteno or Sterkstroom, in the Eastern Cape province
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • University students: you must have achieved a minimum academic average of 60% for the required subjects aligned to the qualification you plan to study at university
  • University students: you must have achieved a minimum academic average of 60% in the 2025 academic year
  • FET/ TVET students: you must have achieved a minimum of academic average of 50% in subjects relevant to the qualification you intend to pursue at the college level
  • FET/ TVET students: you must have achieved a minimum of 50% in 3 compulsory vocational modules if you are currently studying at college
  • Priority is given to learners wishing to pursue teaching, engineering, science, trades,
    and related careers
  • You must be enrolled or accepted to study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must have proven financial need
  • You must NOT be receiving any other bursary funding
  • Consideration will be given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds and students with disabilities

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE DORPER WIND FARM BURSARY

Download and complete the relevant application form:
University students: Dorper Wind Farm Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

FET/ TVET students: Dorper Wind Farm Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Dorper Wind Farm 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 transcript, if currently studying (certified copy)
  • Proof of registration/ provisional acceptance letter
  • Proof of residence (letter from traditional leader/ local ward councilor/ RBN councillor)
  • Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copy)
  • Parents death certificate, if deceased (certified copy)
  • Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • 2 testimonials: one from the school principal and another from a community leader (teacher, pastor, business leader, leader of a civil society organization) (read our tips on how to get a letter of reference/ testimonial for your bursary application)
  • Motivational letter stating why you should be awarded the bursary, your plan for your career, and how you intend contributing to the development of Molteno and Sterkstroom once you have qualified (700 to 1 000 words) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

 

Applications must be submitted via email to: Community.Development@dorperwindfarm.ac.za
(Insert the words “Bursary Application-University” OR “Bursary Application-FET/TVET College” in the email subject line).
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE DORPER WIND FARM BURSARY

30 November 2025.
(Applications submitted after these dates 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 the Dorper Wind Farm directly:
Email: info@dorperwindfarm.co.za
Contact page: https://dorperwindfarm.co.za/contact/
 

Please do NOT contact the Dorper Wind Farm 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 November 2025.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.