Private Bursaries

Private bursaries in South Africa are offered by private companies, foundations and organisations to support students in various fields of study. These bursaries may cover tuition, accommodation and study-related costs.

View the latest private bursaries currently open, with full details on requirements, closing dates and application processes.

Standard Bank Group Bursary 2026 – How and when to apply for the Standard Bank Group Excellence Bursary

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Standard Chartered Bursary Program

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

Eskom Bursary 2026 – What you need to know and how to apply for 2026

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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

Sasol Bursary 2026 – What you need to know and how to apply for 2026

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The Sasol Bursary 2026 is one of South Africa’s most prestigious corporate bursary programmes, offered by Sasol Limited through the Sasol Foundation. It targets high-performing students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue scarce-skills and technical qualifications at recognised South African universities and TVET colleges. Quick Summary Box Bursary Name Sasol Bursary 2026 (Sasol Foundation … Read more