Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality is inviting students to apply for their Executive Mayoral bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality (Mpumalanga), for undergraduate studies (National Diploma or Degree) within the following fields:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, textbooks, stationery, study materials, accommodation, laptop costs, meals and pocket money.

The final value of the bursary is subject to the applicable bursary agreement, available budhget and institutional requirements.

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 Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE DR JS MOROKA 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 reside within the Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality, in Mpumalanga province
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time, within one of the undergraduate Engineering fields of study listed above
  • You must be studying or intend on studying at a public University in South Africa

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Download and complete the Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

Alternatively, application forms can be collected from the Dr JS Moroka municipal offices (HQ – Siyabuswa, Mbibane Unit or Mathanjana Unit Office).

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary.

Applications must be submitted to one of the following addressess:

  • Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality: Head Office – 2601/3 Bongimfundo Street, Siyabuswa
  • Mbibane Unit Office – Libangeni
  • Mathanjana Unit Office – Nokaneng

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY 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
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Most recent results/ transcripts, if currently studying
  • Proof of university admission/ acceptance, if available
  • Proof of residence, in the form of a confirmation letter from a Ward Councillor
  • Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed: certified copy/ affidavit if unemployed)
  • 2 contactable references, including their name, contact details, and addresses (from a school principal, Minister of religion, or any other respected person in your community)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

30 November 2026.

(Applications submitted after these dates 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 Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality directly:

  • Human Resource section:
  • Contact People: Ms Sibongile Mahlangu / Ms Nomzamo Bhila
  • Tel: 013 973 9930

Please do NOT contact the Dr JS Moroka Local 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 DR JS MOROKA MUNICIPALITY DO?

Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality is located in the north-western part of Mpumalanga, South Africa, and falls under the Nkangala District Municipality. Its administrative centre is Siyabuswa, and the municipality includes a mix of rural villages, townships and developing urban areas. It is named after Dr James Sebe Moroka, a medical doctor and politician who served as President-General of the African National Congress (ANC) from 1949 to 1952.

The municipality encompasses numerous communities and traditional settlements, with residential land use playing a significant role in the local area. Agriculture, retail, tourism, manufacturing and community services contribute to economic activity, while access to nearby economic centres, including Tshwane and Emalahleni, provides employment opportunities for residents.

Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality is responsible for delivering essential municipal services, maintaining infrastructure and supporting local economic development. Its development priorities include improving service delivery, strengthening infrastructure and identifying opportunities for sustainable growth that can benefit communities throughout the municipality.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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