Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE BUFFALO MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is inviting students to apply for the Ntombikayise Tom Bursary Fund, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (Eastern Cape), for undergraduate studies within the following fields:

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• View our other Government Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Engineering Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Science Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here.

WHAT IS THE RENEWAL PROCESS FOR THE BUFFALO MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

The bursary will be awarded for 1 academic year at a time, however students are able to reapply for funding with the Municipality each year, based on academic performance.

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 Buffalo Municipality Bursary.

WHAT IS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE BUFFALO CITY METROPOLITAN 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):

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be between 14 and 35 years old
• You must permanently reside within Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, in the Eastern Cape province
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric OR an NCV Level 4 Certificate
• Students who are currently in/ have completed Matric: you must have achieved or will achieve a minimum of level 5 (60-69%) for English and level 6 (70-79%) for Mathematics, Accounting and Physical Science
• Students who are currently in/ have completed an NCV Level 4 Certificate: you must have passed or will pass Mathematics
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification, within one of the fields of study listed above
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Preference will be given to students from an underprivileged background

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE BUFFALO CITY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Download and complete the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027 (.docx)

Alternatively, application forms can be collected from the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, in the Community Support Centers, at one of the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Youth Advisory Centers:

• Mdantsane Library: Dunga Street, Duncan Village, East London, 5209
• King William’s Town Civic Centre: 25 Taylor Street, Qonce, 5601
• East London Trust Centre Building: 117 Oxford Street, East London CBD, East London, 5200 (7th Floor, Office 706)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary.

Applications must be hand delivered to the following address:
Buffalo City Metro Municipality
Special Programmes Unit
7th Floor
Trust Centre Building
P.O. Box 134
East London
5200

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE BUFFALO CITY 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)
• Matric latest results/ Matric certificate/ NCV Level 4 Certificate (certified copy)
• Full academic record/ transcripts, including most recent results, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Letter of Acceptance / Admission to the Institution for 2027 (on institutions letterhead)
• Brief motivational letter/ statement to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Proof of residence within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality or letter from the ward councillor confirming residency (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (most recent payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of sassa grant or pension if applicable)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE BUFFALO MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

30 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?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality directly:
Contact Person: Nandi Zikalala
Tel: 043 705 1884

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

WHAT DOES THE BUFFALO CITY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY?

The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is a major local government authority in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Established in 2000 as part of the country’s municipal restructuring process, the municipality has since developed into an important administrative, economic and social centre within the province. Buffalo City was initially part of the Amathole District Municipality before gaining metropolitan municipality status in 2011.

The municipality covers a diverse area that includes the coastal city of East London, as well as Bhisho, the provincial capital, and King William’s Town. It also incorporates several established townships and surrounding communities, including Mdantsane and Zwelitsha.

Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality plays an important role in delivering essential services and supporting economic development across the region. Its responsibilities include areas such as infrastructure, community services, local economic development and municipal administration, making it a significant institution for residents and communities throughout the metro.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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