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Mulilo Bursary South Africa 2027

The Mulilo Bursary is open for the 2027 academic year and is aimed at students from selected communities in the Northern Cape. The programme supports students pursuing tertiary or trade studies at accredited institutions in South Africa, with applications submitted online through the Mulilo bursary platform.

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE MULILO BURSARY COVER?

The Mulilo Bursary does not restrict applicants to a specific academic field. The 2027 programme states that students may apply for studies in any field of study, provided they meet the other requirements of the programme. The opportunity covers both tertiary studies and a separate trade-school pathway.

  • University and other tertiary studies: Any field of study, subject to the programme requirements.
  • Trade studies: Applicants interested in practical trades can apply through the trade-school pathway.
  • Study level: The programme is presented as tertiary and trade support rather than as a postgraduate-specific bursary.
  • Institution: Studies must be undertaken at an accredited tertiary or trade institution in South Africa.

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WHAT DOES THE MULILO BURSARY COVER?

The Mulilo Bursary provides financial assistance for the main costs associated with studying. The 2027 programme also includes additional support intended to help students remain academically and personally supported during their studies.

  • Full tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • Monthly stipend
  • Book allowance
  • Academic tutoring
  • Psychosocial support

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MULILO BURSARY?

The main eligibility requirement is linked to where the applicant lives. The 2027 programme is specifically intended for South African students from three Northern Cape municipalities, with the study requirement depending on the tertiary or trade pathway selected.

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be a resident of Emthanjeni, Renosterberg or Siyathemba municipality in the Northern Cape.
  • Have been accepted, or intend to study, at an accredited tertiary or trade institution in South Africa.
  • For the 2027 tertiary pathway, applicants are expected to have passed their first semester and have a good academic record.
  • Apply for a qualification or trade programme that falls within the Mulilo funding opportunity.

The current application platform also makes clear that available spaces are limited and that applications are assessed individually. Applicants should therefore make sure that their residence, academic information and supporting documents are accurately presented.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE MULILO BURSARY?

Applications for the 2027 Mulilo Bursary are submitted online through the official Mulilo bursary platform. The platform allows applicants to create an account, select the relevant opportunity and complete their application electronically.

  • Create an account on the Mulilo bursary application platform.
  • Select the appropriate 2027 tertiary or trade opportunity.
  • Complete the application with your personal, residential and academic information.
  • Upload or provide the supporting information requested by the application platform.
  • Submit the completed application and await communication from Mulilo regarding the outcome or any further information required.

The application platform states that shortlisted applicants may be asked for additional information, including current student and accommodation details. Applicants should therefore monitor the contact details used in their application after submitting it.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE MULILO BURSARY?

The current Mulilo bursary platform identifies the documents applicants should have available when completing the application. These documents are used to verify identity, residence, academic progress and the financial circumstances relevant to the application.

  • South African ID document or valid passport
  • Proof of address, such as a utility bill, bank statement or another document confirming the applicant’s home address
  • Parent or guardian proof of income, such as payslips or an affidavit where a parent or guardian is unemployed
  • Full academic record or Matric results, depending on the applicant’s study status
  • Tertiary and accommodation fee statement, where applicable
  • Affidavit confirming residence in the qualifying municipality
  • Affidavit confirming that the applicant has no other funding
  • Affidavit confirming whether this is the applicant’s first registration at a higher education institution

The application platform also states that Mulilo does not fund historical student debt. Applicants who are already studying should therefore pay particular attention to the fee statement requested for the application.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE MULILO BURSARY?

The closing date is 31 October 2026.

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline because the programme states that available spaces are limited.

HOW DO I CONTACT MULILO ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For bursary-specific queries, applicants can use the contact details provided on the current Mulilo bursary application platform. The platform provides a dedicated bursary support number and an online support-ticket option.

  • Mulilo Bursary WhatsApp: 083 666 8041
  • Support: Create a support ticket through the official Mulilo bursary platform.
  • Mulilo general telephone: 021 685 3240
  • Mulilo general email: info@mulilo.com
  • Mulilo head office: 21st Floor Portside, 5 Buitengracht Street, Cape Town, 8001

WHAT DOES MULILO DO?

Mulilo is a South African renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer. The company develops, owns and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects involving solar, wind and battery energy storage systems.

  • Mulilo has operated in South Africa’s renewable energy sector since 2008.
  • The company develops solar and wind energy projects.
  • Mulilo is also involved in battery energy storage.
  • The company states that it invests in social responsibility and economic development initiatives in the Northern Cape, including tertiary education bursaries.
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