Sibona Ilanga Trust Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST BURSARY COVER?

The Sibona Ilanga Trust is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within a 50km radius of the De Aar Solar Power plant (Northern Cape), for studies within ANY field (including Degree, National Diploma or NQF level 6 technical and vocational education and training programme).

Bursaries will be awarded based on 2 main criteria: academic performance and financial need.

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• View our other Bursaries and Scholarships for ALL fields of study here.
• View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here.

WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST BURSARY COVER?

The bursary may provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, examination fees, learning materials (textbooks, stationary, etc.) accommodation in a tertiary residence or equivalent and meals.

The total value of the bursary will be determined on an individual basis.

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 Sibona Ilanga Trust Bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST 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 a 50km radius of the De Aar Solar Power plant, in the Northern Cape (this includes Hanover, Philipstown, Britstown and De Aar) (view the map here to see if you reside within the radius)
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification in ANY field, as listed above
• You must have been accepted to study at a recognised public or private tertiary institution in South Africa (University, University of Technology or TVET College)
• You must in financial need and not have sufficient financial resources to continue with tertiary education

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted online at: Sibona Ilanga Trust Bursary Application 2027

Applications must read the instructions on the Study Trust Bursary Applications page before beginning their application.

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

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST BURSARY?

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

• ID document (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance to an institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of residential address
• Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or grant if applicable) (certified copy)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST BURSARY?

31 October 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?

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

WHAT DOES THE SIBONA ILANGA TRUST DO?

The Sibona Ilanga Trust is a community-focused organisation that invests in education, skills development and economic opportunities for communities surrounding the De Aar Solar Power plant in the Northern Cape. The Trust owns shares in the solar power facility, with its activities aimed at creating lasting benefits for people living within a 50-kilometre radius of the plant. Through its initiatives, the organisation seeks to improve access to education and help individuals build better futures.

The Sibona Ilanga Trust Bursary Programme, administered by StudyTrust, provides financial assistance to eligible South African students pursuing further education at recognised public or private tertiary institutions. Funding opportunities include university degrees, national diplomas, technical qualifications and vocational skills training programmes, such as plumbing and bricklaying. Depending on the applicant’s circumstances, the bursary may cover tuition and registration fees, accommodation, meals and study materials.

Applicants must be South African citizens residing within 50 kilometres of the De Aar Solar Power plant and have been accepted at a recognised tertiary institution or training provider. Selection considers academic performance and financial need. The programme aims to expand educational access and develop skills that benefit both students and their local communities.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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