Witzenberg Municipality Bursary 2027

Application Status● OPEN
Closing Date13 November 2026 at 12:00
Bursary ProviderWitzenberg Municipality
Bursary Programme Full NameWitzenberg Municipality Mayoral Bursary Fund
Study LevelFirst tertiary qualification
Academic Year2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Witzenberg Municipality Mayoral Bursary Fund provides financial assistance to qualifying students who permanently reside within the Witzenberg municipal area. Preference is given to applicants pursuing studies in scarce and critical skills fields relevant to local government and community development.

The preferred fields of study include:

  • Engineering and Built Environment: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Technology, Quantity Surveying, Surveying and Geomatics, Town and Regional Planning, and Urban and Regional Planning.
  • Water and Environmental Studies: Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Water and Wastewater Management, Water Engineering, Hydrology and Water Sciences, and Conservation and Environmental Sciences.
  • Information and Spatial Technologies: Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, Cyber Security, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Finance and Governance: Financial Management, Accounting, Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Development Studies, Local Economic Development, and Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
  • Community Protection: Occupational Health and Safety and Disaster Risk Management.
  • Artisan and Technical Trades: Electrician, Plumber, Welder, Millwright, Fitter and Turner, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Bricklayer, Water Reticulation Practitioner, and other recognised artisan qualifications relevant to municipal service delivery.
  • Human and Social Sciences: Development Studies, Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, and Sport Development.

These are preferred scarce and critical skills fields.

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WHAT ARE THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

  • Must be a South African citizen.
  • Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
  • Must permanently reside within the Witzenberg municipal area.
  • Must be accepted for or registered at an accredited South African academic institution.
  • Must be studying towards a first qualification.
  • Must have a combined gross household income not exceeding R350,000 per annum.
  • Must meet all the requirements of the approved Mayoral Bursary Fund Policy.

Children of permanent municipal employees and employees appointed on fixed-term contracts of 12 months or longer may also apply, in accordance with the approved policy.

The bursary is intended for students who permanently reside within the municipal area. Studying at an accredited institution elsewhere in South Africa does not remove the residency requirement.

WHAT DOES THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Witzenberg Municipality Bursary provides financial assistance towards registration fees only.

The award is subject to:

  • Availability of municipal bursary funding.
  • The approved municipal budget.
  • Verification of actual registration costs.
  • Compliance with the approved Mayoral Bursary Fund Policy.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applications are submitted by downloading and completing the Witzenberg Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027.

Alternatively, applicants can obtain the application form from the municipal offices at:

Witzenberg Municipality
50 Voortrekker Street
Ceres, Western Cape

Completed applications and supporting documents must be emailed to the Senior Human Resources Manager at Witzenberg Municipality.

Email: jobs@witzenberg.gov.za

Incomplete or faxed applications will not be considered.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applicants must submit the following supporting documents with their bursary application:

  • Completed Witzenberg Municipality Bursary Application Form.
  • Certified copy of South African identity document.
  • Proof of residence within the Witzenberg municipal area.
  • Certified copies of the latest academic results.
  • Proof of acceptance or registration at an accredited South African academic institution.
  • Proof of household income for all income earners in the household.
  • Affidavit where no income is earned.
  • Proof of disability, where applicable.
  • Any additional supporting documentation required by the municipality.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

13 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Late submission will result in the rejection of your application.

HOW DO I CONTACT WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For enquiries about the bursary, applicants may contact Witzenberg Municipality:

Email: jobs@witzenberg.gov.za
Telephone: 023 316 1854

Physical address:
Witzenberg Municipality
50 Voortrekker Street
Ceres, Western Cape, 6835

ABOUT WITZENBERG MUNICIPALITY

Witzenberg Municipality is a local government authority in the Western Cape, with its administrative offices in Ceres. The municipality provides services and supports development within its municipal area.

Through its Mayoral Bursary Fund, the municipality provides financial assistance to qualifying local residents pursuing their first tertiary qualification. The programme prioritises scarce and critical skills relevant to local government and community development, subject to the approved policy and available funding.