Competition Tribunal South Africa Scholarship 2026

 

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER – COMPETITION TRIBUNAL

The Competition Tribunal serves as the primary forum for addressing key competition law matters in South Africa. It is responsible for adjudicating large mergers, handling urgent interim relief applications, and ruling on complaints related to anti-competitive or prohibited practices.

Competition law qualifications are only offered by a limited number of institutions in the country, which is why the David Lewis Competition Law Scholarship was launched, named after the Tribunal’s first Chairperson.
 

ABOUT THE COMPETITION TRIBUNAL SCHOLARSHIP – FIELDS COVERED

The Competition Tribunal South Africa is inviting students to apply for the David Lewis Competition Law Scholarship, for the 2026 academic year.

The scholarship will fund studies towards a Masters in Law, with a focus on Competition Law.

The aim of the David Lewis Competition Law Scholarship is to support future changemakers in the world of competition law.

The scholarship offers the following benefits:

  • Backing Talent: This scholarship gives a leg-up to students who are serious about diving into competition law. It’s here to support and grow future legal experts.
  • Building Skills for the Real World: It helps shape professionals who’ll play a key role in making sure our markets stay fair, open, and competitive.
  • Creating Opportunities: It’s about more than just funding – it’s about giving students the tools and training to tackle big challenges in the legal space and get career-ready.
  • Giving Back: The Tribunal is committed to making a real difference by investing in local talent and growing the next generation of competition law professionals in South Africa.

 

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ABOUT THE COMPETITION TRIBUNAL SCHOLARSHIP – EXPENSES COVERED & SELECTION

The scholarship will provide cover for the following expenses: full tuition fees, books and study materials for the duration of the program, as well as vacation work opportunities within the Competition Tribunal.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date, based on the following main criteria: academic merit, financial need, and alignment with the objectives of the Scholarship. If you do not receive any feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed by a panel of experts to assess their potential and passion for competition law. Recipients will then be selected based on merit, need, and overall fit with the
Scholarship’s goals.

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 Competition Tribunal South Africa Scholarship.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMPETITION TRIBUNAL SCHOLARSHIP

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 have secured admission or be enrolled in an accredited Masters program in Law
  • You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited institution in South Africa
  • You must have a strong academic record
  • You be willing to conduct research for your thesis/ dissertation on a topic related/ relevant to competition law
  • You must wish to pursue a career in competition law

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE COMPETITION TRIBUNAL SCHOLARSHIP

Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: Scholarship@comptrib.co.za
(Insert the words “Competition Tribunal Scholarship” in the email subject line).

Note: there is no application form to be completed for this scholarship application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.
 

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

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE COMPETITION TRIBUNAL SCHOLARSHIP

15 August 2025 (at 17:00).
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Competition Tribunal South Africa directly:
Contact person: Bellah Kekana
Email: Bellahk@comptrib.co.za
 

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

This bursary listing was last updated in July 2025.

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