Open bursaries in South Africa are funding opportunities currently accepting applications. These bursaries are offered by private companies, government departments and educational institutions.
This page lists bursaries that are actively open, including their closing dates, eligibility requirements and application processes. Opportunities are updated regularly to ensure students access accurate information.
The PwC Bursary Program is a fantastic opportunity for students who want to become Chartered Accountants (CAs) in South Africa. PwC, one of the “Big Four” global professional services firms, offers this bursary to help talented young people study accounting while preparing for a career in audit, tax, advisory, or consulting. It supports students with … Read more
Standard Bank Group Bursary 2026 is one of South Africa’s most prestigious corporate bursary programs, offered by Standard Bank Group to support high-achieving students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue undergraduate and selected postgraduate studies at recognized South African universities. The program focuses on developing future talent in commerce, engineering, science, law, IT, and … Read more
The Transnet Bursary 2026 is one of South Africa’s leading corporate bursary programs, offered by Transnet SOC Ltd (state-owned freight and logistics company). It targets high-performing students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue critical and scarce-skills qualifications at recognized South African universities and universities of technology.http://www.transnet.net/careers Transnet offers full-cost bursaries with a strong focus … Read more
The Eskom Bursary 2026 is one of South Africa’s most sought-after corporate bursary programs, offered by Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd through its main bursary scheme and the Eskom Foundation. It targets high-achieving students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue scarce-skills and technical qualifications at recognized South African universities and universities of technology. Eskom offers … Read more