Emfuleni Local Municipality Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Emfuleni Local Municipality is inviting students to apply for the Mayoral Bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the Emfuleni municipal area (Gauteng), for undergraduate studies within the following preferred fields:

  • Commerce
  • Human and Social Sciences
  • Law
  • Science and Technology
  • Technical Skills (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering etc)
  • any other scarce and critical skills as informed by the ELM needs

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, books and laptop.

The bursary will also cover accommodation and food, for selected students.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – if you do not receive any feedback, please 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 Emfuleni Local Municipality Bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for the bursary (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 Emfuleni Local Municipality area, in Gauteng province
  • You must be have completed Matric with a minimum overall average of 60%
  • You must be entering your 1st year of full-time undergraduate study in 2027
  • You must have applied/ been accepted to study at a university or other institution of higher learning in South Africa
  • You must have a total household income of NOT more than R350 000 per annum
  • You must NOT be receiving any other bursary funding
  • Preference will be given to students from disadvantaged family backgrounds, and families registered on indigent database categories will be given first preference
  • Preference will be given to students enolling at local institutions of higher learning

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Download and complete the Emfuleni Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

Alternatively, application forms can be collected from Emfuleni Local Municipality offices or public libraries, between 07:45 am and 4:15 pm.

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

Applications must be delivered to:
Emfuleni Local Municipality
Corner Klasie Havenga and Frikkie Meyer Boulevard
Box 3
Vanderbijlpark
Gauteng
1900

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE EMFULENI 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)
  • Matric certificate/ statement of results (certified copy)
  • Mid-year results (certified copy)
  • Proof of application/ admission to a tertiary institution, with projected study duration, course scope and tuition costs
  • Proof of residence: Emfuleni Local Municipality Utility Bill (certified copy)
  • Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed: certified copies, affidavit if unemployed)
  • Testimonial letter from your high school where you Matriculated

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE EMFULENI MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

30 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?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Emfuleni Local Municipality directly:
Tel: 084 686 4418
Email: MarthaM@emfuleni.gov.za / Mayorsoffice@emfuleni.gov.za

Please do NOT contact the Emfuleni 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 EMFULENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY DO?

The Emfuleni Local Municipality is situated in the southern part of Gauteng, South Africa, and forms part of the Sedibeng District Municipality, alongside Midvaal and Lesedi Local Municipalities. The municipality encompasses major towns such as Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark, as well as surrounding residential, industrial and rural communities.

Emfuleni shares its boundaries with the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Midvaal Local Municipality, Rand West City Local Municipality, JB Marks Local Municipality and Metsimaholo Local Municipality in the Free State.

The municipality has a diverse economic base, with manufacturing playing a significant role in local economic activity. Other important sectors include community and social services, finance, trade, transport, construction and electricity. Its industrial heritage, particularly around Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark, contributes to its position as an important economic area within the Vaal region.

Through its municipal development initiatives, Emfuleni aims to improve service delivery, support local economic growth and expand opportunities for residents and businesses.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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