Tronox Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE TRONOX BURSARY – FIELDS COVERED

Tronox is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

  • Electrical Engineering (Heavy) (National Diploma/ BSc/ BEng)
  • Geology (BSc)
  • Information Technology (National Diploma/ BSc)

These bursaries are available at Tronox’s KZN sands operations, located in Empangeni AND Mtunzini.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE TRONOX BURSARY – SELECTION

Applicants will go through a selection process, which may include psychometric evaluations; background screening and medical examinations, before a final decision can be made.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – if you do not receive any feedback within 4 weeks of the application deadline, please regard your application as 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 Tronox Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TRONOX 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 have completed Matric
  • You must be studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
  • You must be in your 1st year of study in 2026
  • You must NOT be currently or previously registered with any SETA for any learning
    programme
  • Preference will be given to students residing in the following traditional councils: Kwa Dube Area (Inkosi Dube), Kwa Nzuza Area (Inkosi Nzuza), Kwa Mkhwanazi (Inkosi Mkhwanazi), Ogagwini (Inkosi Zulu), Somopho (Inkosi Mthembu), Macambini (Inkosi Mathaba), Madlebe (Inkosi Zungu) or the following municipalities: Umhlathuze Municipality, Umlalazi municipality, Mandeni municipality
  • Females and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY

Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: Recruitment.KZNSands@Tronox.com
(Insert the words “Tronox Bursary 2026 – your field of study” in the email subject line).

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

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

  • ID document (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
  • Matric certificate/ statement of results (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
  • Acceptance Letter/ Proof of Registration (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
  • Brief Curriculum Vitae (1 page)
  • Proof of Residence from Traditional Council (TC) (certified copy – not older than 3 months)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY

31 March 2026 (at 16:00).
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE TRONOX BURSARY

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Tronox directly:
Contact page: https://www.tronox.com/contact-us-form/
 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – TRONOX

Tronox is a leading global mining company that focuses on the mining and processing of zircon, titanium ore, and many other minerals. Tronox produces titanium dioxide pigments that are used to brighten and add durability to items such as plastic, paper, and paints.

Tronox is a global workforce known for its diversity and commitment to business practices that are sustainable and safe- ensuring that value is brought to all who aid in the company’s growth (customers, shareholders, and business partners.)

KwaZulu-Natal is one of Tronox’s many Sands Operations. The KwaZulu-Natal Sands operation is located in Empangeni and consists of the Central Processing Complex in Empangeni, and the Fairbreeze Mine at Mtunzini. Hydraulic mining techniques are used at the Fairbreeze Mines, and the main mineral extracted from this mine is heavy mineral concentrate (HMC.) The Fairbreeze Mines then transport the HMC to the Mineral Separation Plant in Empangeni, where it is used to produce rutile, zircoin, and ilmenite. The supply chain of this mineral is essential to not only Tronox KwaZulu-Natal but also their 694 employees and the country as a whole.
 

Please do NOT contact Tronox 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 March 2026.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.