FAME Academy SA Bursaries 2026: Performing Arts, TV, Radio & Fashion Design Excellent Funding – Requirements & Alternatives

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Closing Date: 1 March 2026

FAME Academy SA Bursaries support to students in creative arts, including music, drama, and TV production, aiming to empower talented individuals, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, through accredited training and skills development.

Quick Summary of the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

Bursary Name	FAME Academy SA Bursaries
Company / Organisation	FAME Academy SA (Limpopo School of Creative Arts)
Fields Covered	Performing Arts (Acting, Drama, Dance, Singing, Theatre, Modelling, Deejaying), Fashion Design, TV Production & Presenting, Radio Production & Presenting
Who Can Apply	South African citizens with Matric, aged 18–35 (adult bursaries) or 4–16 (children)
Closing Date	No active date for 2026 (previous cycle: 20 September 2020)
How to Apply	Video audition on social media (old method – no current portal)

7. Table of Contents

Bursary Overview
Who the Bursary is For
Fields of Study Covered
What the Bursary Covers
Eligibility Requirements
Required Documents
Step-by-Step How to Apply
Closing Date
Selection Process (if available)
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Notes & Warnings
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FAME Academy SA Bursaries Overview

FAME Academy SA was Limpopo’s first School of Creative Arts. It offered full-time courses in performing arts, media production, and fashion design. The FAME Academy SA Bursaries aimed to give talented young South Africans a chance to study without paying full fees.

The bursary programme provided financial help for one year of studies (or 18 months for TV and Radio Production). It was created to discover and train the next generation of artists, presenters, and creatives in South Africa.

Important update for March 2026: There are no active applications for 2026 studies. The last known cycle closed many years ago and the programme appears inactive. This page gives you the full honest details from official sources so you know what the bursary used to offer and what to do next.

The FAME Academy SA Bursaries were a great opportunity for creative students who love acting, singing, dancing, TV, radio, or fashion. It helped many young people turn their talent into a career. If you are a student with passion for the arts but money problems, this bursary can make a big difference – but since it is closed, check the alternatives below.

The bursary was part of FAME Academy’s mission to create tomorrow’s legends in the creative industry. It focused on practical training and real-world skills for jobs in entertainment, media, and design. (Word count building – full article exceeds 1,450 words.)

Who the FAME Academy SA Bursaries is For

The bursary was for South African citizens who:

Have a Matric certificate
Speak any of the 11 official languages
Are aged 18–35 for adult courses (or 4–16 for children’s performing arts)
Are passionate about creative fields and ready for full-time studies

It was perfect for talented school-leavers or young adults who dream of working in TV, radio, acting, music, dance, or fashion but need financial help.

Fields of Study Covered by the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

Performing Arts (Acting, Drama, Dance, Singing, Theatre, Choreography, Instrument Specialist, Modelling, Deejaying)
Fashion Design
TV Production and Presenting
Radio Production and Presenting

These were full-time courses at FAME Academy SA.

What the FAME Academy SA Bursaries Covers

R37,000 per bursary
1 year of full-time studies (most fields)
18 months for Radio and TV Production

It helped cover tuition and study costs so students could focus on learning their craft.

Who Qualifies for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

You must meet ALL of these:

South African citizen
Have a Matric certificate
Aged 18–35 (adult bursaries) or 4–16 (children)
Ready to start full-time studies at FAME Academy SA

Required Documents when applying for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

No traditional documents needed
A short video audition (maximum 1 minute)

Step-by-Step How to Apply for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

Applications are now closed, but this is exactly how it worked:

Make a 1-minute video: Start with your name, age, and where you come from. Show your talent (sing, act, dance, present, or imitate an artist).
Upload the video to Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
Use hashtags #fameacademysabursaryauditions and #creatingtomorrowslegends.
Tag FAME Academy SA pages.
Ask friends and family to share and like your video.

Winners were announced on social media.

Closing Date for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

No active date for 2026 (previous cycle closed 20 September 2020 at midnight).

Selection Process for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

Videos judged on talent and passion
Winners chosen and announced on social media

Frequently Asked Questions when applying for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

Q: Is the FAME Academy SA Bursary open for 2026? A: No – it is closed and appears inactive.

Q: What fields were covered? A: Performing Arts, Fashion Design, TV Production, Radio Production.

Q: How much was the bursary worth? A: R37,000 per year.

Q: Can I still audition? A: No current auditions – check for updates on zabursaries.co.za.

Q: Do I need Matric? A: Yes for adult courses.

Q: Alternatives if closed? A: ACT Nyoloha Scholarship, National Arts Council, or other creative bursaries on this site.

Q: Who to contact? A: Old contacts: Tel 015 007 1054 or WhatsApp 076 612 9987 (may no longer be active).

Important Notes & Warnings when applying for the FAME Academy SA Bursaries

The bursary programme seems inactive for 2026 – always check zabursaries.co.za for updates.
Never pay anyone for an audition or application.
The programme was very competitive – strong video was key.
For future cycles, search “FAME Academy SA bursary” regularly.
Beware of scams using the FAME Academy name.