Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE EMALAHLENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Emalahleni Local Municipality is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga), for undergraduate studies within the following fields:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Architecture
• Civil Engineering
• Developmental Studies
• Disaster Management
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Management
• Finance
• Horticulture
• Information Technology (Software Development)
• Law
• Mechanical Engineering
• Microbiology
• Social Science
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Water and Sanitation

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

MORE ABOUT THE EMALAHLENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY PROGRAMME

Successful applicants will be required to enter an agreement with Emalahleni Local Municipality.

The Municipality is not obligated to award the bursary to any applicant.

The bursary cannot be used to cover any pre-existing loans or historical debt.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard a response within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

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 Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE EMALAHLENI 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 the ages of 18 and 35 years old
• You must reside within the Emalahleni Local Municipality, in Mpumalanga province
• You must be from a previously disadvantaged background
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• 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 have been accepted/ provisionally accepted to study at an accredited public Institution of Higher learning in South Africa (University, University of Technology or TVET College)
• You must be in financial need
• Students living with disabilities are encouraged to apply

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE EMALAHLENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Download and complete the Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027 (.docx)

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

Applications must be submitted to the Youth Development Unit:
Emalahleni Local Municipality
Civic Centre 2^nd floor (Youth Development Unit)
Cnr. Mandela & Street
eMalahleni
1035

Note: applications submitted via email or fax will NOT be accepted.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE EMALAHLENI 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 report and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric statement of results/ certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Full academic record, if already studying (certified copy)
• Proof of provisional acceptance into a tertiary institution
• Achievements or merit certificates (certified copy)
• Proof of residence, stating the applicants full name and surname
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of SASSA grant if applicable) (certified copies)
• Motivational letter stating why you deserve the Bursary award

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE EMALAHLENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

27 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?

Please do NOT contact the Emalahleni 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 EMALAHLENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY DO?

The Emalahleni Local Municipality is a local government authority situated in the Nkangala District of Mpumalanga, South Africa. Its name, meaning “place of coal” in isiZulu, reflects the area’s strong association with coal mining and energy production. The municipality encompasses eMalahleni, formerly known as Witbank, and surrounding communities, serving residents through local governance, infrastructure development and essential municipal services.

As an important economic area in Mpumalanga, Emalahleni supports activities in mining, energy, manufacturing and related industries. The municipality plays a key role in promoting local economic development, improving service delivery and working towards better living conditions for its communities. Through its development initiatives and community-focused programmes, it aims to expand opportunities for residents and contribute to the area’s long-term growth.

Educational support and skills development are important in helping young people access further study and employment opportunities. Where available, municipal bursary programmes can assist qualifying students in pursuing tertiary education and developing skills that contribute to local development and South Africa’s future workforce.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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