Fasken Scholarship South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIP COVER?

Fasken is inviting students to apply for their scholarship programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Fasken will be awarding 2 scholarship, in honour of respected former colleagues, Lundi Gadla and Ricci Schwab Lyons.

  • Ricci Schwab Lyons Scholarship: this scholarship will provide funding for Law studies.
  • Lundi Gadla Scholarship: this scholarship will provide funding for LLB studies at Nelson Mandela University (NMMU).

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MORE ABOUT THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMMES

Ricci Schwab Lyons Scholarship:

  • Named in memory of Ricci Schwab Lyons, honors her legacy as a distinguished partner and Chief Operating Officer at Fasken in Johannesburg. Each year, this scholarship is awarded to a law student who embodies the values Ricci championed. Her profound impact on both the firm and the community continues through this award, recognizing her lasting influence and dedication.
  • During her tenure with the Firm, Ricci made an invaluable impact, particularly through her leadership in organizing community outreach initiatives. Her legacy of giving back lives on, inspiring our team to remain committed to serving and supporting those around us.
  • The scholarship is intended to renew for the recipient’s subsequent year of study, provided all subjects are passed successfully.
  • Upon graduation, recipients are expected to accept an articles of clerkship position at Fasken if one is offered. Should a recipient decline this offer, they will be required to repay the full scholarship amount to the Firm.

Lundi Gadla Scholarship:

  • In memory of our dear colleague and friend Lundi Gadla, Fasken established a scholarship to honor his legacy. Lundi’s life was cut tragically short in February 2006, and this scholarship stands as a tribute to keep his memory alive and impactful.

WHAT IS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIPS?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for this bursary (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

Ricci Schwab Lyons Scholarship:

  • You must be studying towards a Law qualification
  • You must be registered for your 2nd, 3rd or penultimate year of study
  • You must have maintained a minimum average of 65%, for all years of study completed
  • You must be willing to participate in vacation work programs offered by the Firm
  • You must have potential to become an effective attorney at Fasken
  • You must demonstrate leadership skills
  • You must be self-motivated
  • You must take an interest in the community or in community issues

Lundi Gadla Scholarship:

  • You must be studying towards an LLB qualification
  • You must be studying at Nelson Mandela University (NMMU)
  • You must be registered for your 2nd, 3rd or last year of study
  • You must be in need of financial support for your studies
  • You must displays leadership ability
  • You must be motivated and hard-working
  • You must have an interest in community issues/ projects

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIP?

Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: myfuture@fasken.com
(Insert the words “Fasken Bursary 2027” 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.

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

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIP?

Submit clear copies of 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):

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE FASKEN SCHOLARSHIP?

31 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 SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this scholarship programme, please contact Fasken directly:
Email: myfuture@fasken.com
Contact page: https://www.fasken.com/en/offices/johannesburg

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

WHAT DOES FASKEN DO?

Fasken is an international business law firm providing legal advice and support to clients across a wide range of industries and jurisdictions. The firm has an established international presence, with offices across Canada as well as in London and Johannesburg, and works with clients on complex business transactions, disputes and other legal matters.

Fasken has a long-standing history in Africa, with its South African roots dating back more than 130 years. The firm’s founding partner in South Africa began practising as an attorney in Grahamstown in 1879 before relocating to Johannesburg in 1886. Today, Fasken’s Johannesburg team advises clients across a broad range of established and emerging industries in Africa, including mining, energy, infrastructure, healthcare, technology and financial services.

The firm’s South African practice operates from its Sandton office and forms part of Fasken’s wider international network. Through its multidisciplinary legal teams and international connections, Fasken assists businesses with both local and cross-border legal matters. The firm states that its South African team can serve clients in English, French and all 11 of South Africa’s official languages.

In South Africa, Fasken’s practice is carried on through Bell Dewar Inc. and Fasken Martineau DuMoulin (Pty) Ltd, with both entities based at Inanda Greens in Sandton.

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This bursary listing was last updated in September 2026.

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