Siza Water Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE SIZA WATER BURSARY COVER?

Siza Water is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing in the companies concession area (in the Dolphin Coast region, between Etete and Zimbali), for studies within the following fields:

• Engineering (including Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering)
• Environmental Management
• Financial Management
• Town and Regional Planning
• Trades (including Electrician, Fitters, Millwright, Plumbing)
• Water & Sewer Treatment Process Controller

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE SIZA WATER BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees and prescribed textbooks.

The bursary will provide funding for up to 3 years, on condition that the student passes all subjects for the course. Students must reapply for funding each year by submitting their certified copy of the past years results.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE SIZA WATER BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit their documents for financial review and undergo an interview and assessment. Successful candidates will receive a letter of interest, and the offer will be finalised on submission of proof of university registration and final academic results of the current academic year.

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WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE SIZA WATER 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 NOT be older than 21 years old
• You must be from the Siza Water concession area, in KwaZulu-Natal province (see the coverage area here)
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying full-time towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above
• You must be registered or accepted to study at a recognised and accredited institution in South Africa (University, University of Technology, Technical College or Technical institution, correspondence college, government/ SAQA approved institution)
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for your studies in the 2026 academic year
• You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% for the subject you plan to study
• You must meet the minimum requirements as set by your institution, relating to your studies
• You must be in financial need, with a total household income of NOT more than R15 000 per month
• Preference will be given to students from historically disadvantaged groups, especially female and Black students (African, Coloured, Indian)

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE SIZA WATER BURSARY?

Download and complete the Siza Water Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

Alternatively, hard copy application forms may be collected from the Siza Water offices listed below.

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

Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:

• Via email to: info@sizawater.com (Insert the words “Siza Water Bursary 2027” in the email subject line).
• Hand delivered to one of the Siza Water offices:
  • Siza Water Ballito Office: Rey Park House, Rey’s Place, Ballito, Durban, 4420
  • Siza Water Shakaskraal Office: Shop 3, Ushaka Square, Old Main Road, Shakaskraal, 4430

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMI FOR THE SIZA WATER 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/ card (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results or certificate (certified copy)
• Most recent academic results, if currently studying (on institution letterhead) (certified copy)
• Proof of tertiary acceptance for 2027 (on institution letterhead) (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (3 months recent payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or grant if applicable) (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians statement of income and expenses
• Parents or guardians death certificate, if deceased (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians divorce certificate, if applicable (certified copy)
• Proof of disability, if applicable: letter from the attending medical doctor confirming the applicants permanent disability
• Proof of residence (original signed letter from the Local Ward Councillor confirming your residence)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE SIZA WATER 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?

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

WHAT DOES SIZA WATER DO?

Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd is a South African water utility and a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), a company responsible for managing two 30-year water concession contracts in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.

Established in 1999, Siza Water was one of South Africa’s first successful public-private partnerships in the water sector. Based in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, the company provides water and wastewater services to communities along the Dolphin Coast under a concession agreement with the iLembe District Municipality.

Its service area includes Ballito and surrounding communities such as Salt Rock, Shakas Rock, Sheffield Beach, Umhlali and Shakaskraal. Siza Water manages various aspects of the water services process, including water treatment, distribution, infrastructure maintenance and wastewater management. The company also operates a water reuse plant that produces potable water, supporting water security and the sustainable management of local resources.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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