Send your applicationf for the Bakwena Bursary Programme for 2026. The Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire (Pty) Ltd (Bakwena) invites students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026.
Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate studies in ANY field, preferably for students residing within 6km of the Bakwena N1N4 route.
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About Bakwena Bursary Programme for 2026
The bursary will provide partial cover for tuition fees, up to the maximum value of R35 000, which will be paid directly to the institution.
Successful students will enter into a contract with Bakwena, which will reflect the terms of the bursary.
The bursary will be awarded for 1 year of study, renewable based on availability of funds and bursary holders satisfactory academic progress.
Successful applications will be contacted once the final selection process has been completed.
Bakwena Bursary Programme 2026 Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be studying towards a qualification in ANY field
- You must be entering your 2nd or higher year of university
- You must be registered to study at a recognised and accredited University in South Africa
- You must preferably reside within 6km of the Bakwena N1N4 route (from Tshwane to Bela-Bela (Warmbaths) and from Tshwane, westwards through Rustenburg and Zeerust, extending up to the Botswana border)
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% at university
Application Process for the Bakwena Bursary Programme for 2026
Download and complete the Bakwena Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)
Submit the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Full academic record, including 1st year results (certified copy)
- Motivational Letter to support your application
- Proof of residence (certified copy)
Applications must be submitted via email to: info@bakwena.co.za
(Insert the words “Bursary Application” in the email subject line).
When is this Bursary Closing?
Bakwena Bursary Programme 2026 closing date for 2026 is 31 December 2025.
Contact Details for the Bursary Provider
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire (Pty) Ltd (Bakwena) directly:
Email: info@bakwena.co.za
Tel: 011 519 0400
