WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

The Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Bursary supports eligible undergraduate students pursuing full-time studies in selected fields at public universities and TVET colleges. The 2027 programme prioritises qualifications that support municipal services, infrastructure development and local skills needs.

ENGINEERING

• Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current only)
• Civil Engineering (Roads, Water Treatment and Water Network)
• Diesel Mechanic
• Millwright
• Plumbing

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Accounting
• Internal Auditing
• Insurance
• Asset Management
• Supply Chain Services

TOWN PLANNING AND HUMAN SETTLEMENT

• Town and Regional Planning
• Architectural Design
• Quantity Surveying
• Real Estate
• Property Valuations and Management

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

• Networking
• Software Development
• Web Development

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

• Air Pollution Control
• Climate Change Specialist studies

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WHAT ARE THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

To qualify for the bursary, applicants must meet the municipality’s residency, citizenship, financial and study requirements.

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must reside within the Steve Tshwete Local Municipality (MP313) in Mpumalanga.
• Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Must demonstrate financial need, with a combined gross household income not exceeding R350,000 per annum.
• Must intend to pursue full-time undergraduate studies at a recognised public university or TVET college.
• Must be applying for a qualification in one of the municipality’s prioritised fields of study.
• Must meet the relevant admission requirements of the institution.

Current Matric learners may apply if they have applied for admission and obtained provisional acceptance, subject to the final admission requirements.

WHAT DOES THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?

Subject to budget availability and the municipality’s assessment, the bursary may provide financial assistance towards the following study expenses:

• Tuition fees, according to the institution’s fee structure.
• Accommodation, subject to supporting documents and the applicable funding criteria.
• Learning materials required for the student’s curriculum.
• Monthly allowance, subject to budget availability.

The municipality does not guarantee full bursary funding. The amount awarded depends on available funds, affordability and the conditions of the bursary agreement.

The bursary cannot be used to settle pre-existing student loans or historical academic debt.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applications are submitted by completing the Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2027 and delivering the completed form with the required supporting documents to the municipality.

Follow these steps:

1. Download the application form
2. Complete the form
3. Prepare supporting documents
4. Submit your application: Hand-deliver the completed application and documents to the Office of the Director: Human Resources / Skills Development Facilitator at the municipal offices.

Submission address:

Office of the Director: Human Resources / Skills Development Facilitator
Steve Tshwete Local Municipality
Municipal Building, Ground Floor
Corner Walter Sisulu Street and Wanderers Avenue
Civic Centre
Middelburg, Mpumalanga

Applications submitted by email or fax will not be accepted. Only hand-delivered applications are considered.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

Applicants should prepare the supporting documents required for the bursary application. These include:

IDENTITY AND RESIDENCE

• Certified copy of the applicant’s South African ID.
• Certified copies of parents’ or guardians’ ID documents.
• Proof of residence within Steve Tshwete Local Municipality.

ACADEMIC DOCUMENTS

• Certified Grade 11 final results or Grade 12 progress results for applicants currently in Matric.
• Certified Matric certificate or final results for applicants who have completed Matric.
• Latest academic record or transcript for applicants already studying at a tertiary institution.
• Proof of admission or provisional admission to a public university or TVET college, where applicable.

FINANCIAL AND HOUSEHOLD DOCUMENTS

• Proof of household income, including relevant documents for parents or guardians.
• Recent payslips or proof of employment where parents or guardians are employed.
• Affidavits confirming unemployment where applicable.
• Proof of SASSA grant receipt where applicable.
• Certified death certificates where a parent or guardian is deceased.
• Marriage certificate where applicable.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

• A detailed written motivational letter.
• Other supporting information requested in the official application form.

Applicants should use the official 2027 application form as the final document checklist and ensure that all applicable supporting documents are attached before submission.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?

30 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Late applications will not be accepted. Applications submitted by email or fax will also not be considered.

Applicants who have not received feedback within eight weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. The municipality will generally communicate only with shortlisted applicants.

HOW DO I CONTACT STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For enquiries about the bursary application, applicants can contact the municipality’s relevant departments:

• Human Resources Department: 013 249 7335
• Youth Office: 013 249 7279 / 013 249 6937
• Municipal telephone: 013 249 7000
• Email: council@stlm.gov.za
• Website: www.stlm.gov.za

When making an enquiry, specify that your question relates to the 2027 external bursary programme.

ABOUT STEVE TSHWETE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Steve Tshwete Local Municipality is a local government authority in the Nkangala District of Mpumalanga, South Africa. Middelburg serves as its administrative centre, and the municipality is responsible for providing local services and supporting development within its area.

The municipality’s external bursary programme assists qualifying local residents who need financial support to pursue undergraduate studies in priority fields. By supporting education in areas such as engineering, financial management, information technology, environmental studies and town planning, the programme aims to develop skills that contribute to local development and municipal service delivery.