Motsepe Foundation 2027 Bursary | Apply by 16 October 2026

Motsepe Foundation 2027 Bursary applications are open. Get eligibility requirements, supported fields, funding coverage, documents and closing date.

The Motsepe Foundation 2027 Bursary is open to eligible South African students who demonstrate strong academic performance and financial need.

The bursary supports studies in selected fields including Science, Technology, Engineering, Accounting, Mathematics and Humanities, with Humanities support specifically including Music and LLB.

Motsepe Foundation Bursary Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Achieve an average pass mark above 70%, excluding Life Orientation and Home Language.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Meet the Foundation’s supported-area requirements.
• Intend to study in one of the supported fields.

Fields of Study Supported

The bursary supports studies in:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Accounting
• Mathematics
• Humanities
• Music
• LLB

What Does the Bursary Cover?

Successful applicants may receive funding for:

• Registration and tuition fees
• University-accredited accommodation
• Books and stationery
• Laptop
• Meal allowance
• Tutor allowance
• Mental wellness support

Documents Required

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

• Certified copy of the applicant’s ID
• Certified copies of parents’ or legal guardians’ IDs
• Certified copy of the latest academic transcript or results
• Proof of income for both parents or legal guardians
• Testimonial letter from a principal, religious leader or traditional leader

Supported Areas

The Motsepe Foundation bursary is available to applicants from specified areas in the following provinces:

Limpopo

• Sekhukhune
• Capricorn
• Vhembe
• Mopani

Free State

• Thabo Mofutsanyana
• Mangaung

KwaZulu-Natal

• uMgungundlovu
• eThekwini
• King Cetshwayo

Eastern Cape

• OR Tambo
• Nelson Mandela Bay
• Buffalo City

Mpumalanga

• Bushbuckridge
• Mbombela
• Kwamhlanga

North West

• Mmakau
• Madibeng
• Bojanala

Gauteng

• Tshwane
• Ekurhuleni
• Johannesburg
• Sedibeng

Western Cape

• Khayelitsha
• Mitchells Plain

Northern Cape

• John Taole
• Frances Baard

Application Deadline

The closing date for the Motsepe Foundation 2027 Bursary is 16 October 2026.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the Motsepe Foundation Bursary Portal before the closing date. 

Click Here To Access Motsepe Foundation Bursary Portal

Students who meet the academic, financial-need, field-of-study and geographical requirements should prepare their supporting documents and submit their applications before the deadline.

Important: Applicants should carefully check the official application instructions and eligibility requirements before submitting their applications.

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We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process and do not charge any fees for applications. Information contained in this article is based on details supplied by the employer and should be verified through official  recruitment channels before applying. 

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• Last Reviewed: October 2026
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