Cape Gate Erwin Robert Balde Bursary 2026 | BCom Bursaries
Cape Gate (Pty) Ltd is inviting students to apply for the Erwin Robert Balde Bursary Scheme, for the 2026 academic year.
The bursary will be awarded for studies towards a BCom (CA stream) degree, up to Honours level.
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Important to Note
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, book allowance, once-off computer allowance, personal allowance, accommodation in residence and meals or a living allowance.
Students will be required to take part in paid vacation work at the company, during the December and January holidays.
Bursaries are awarded for 1 year at a time and are renewable each year based on satisfactory academic performance.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and required to attend interviews. If you do not receive any feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Who Qualifies and Who May Apply?
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for this bursary (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must have completed Matric in 2025
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric
- You must intend on studying full-time towards an undergraduate BCom (CA stream) degree
- You must be starting your 1st year of study in 2026
- You must intend on studying at a recognised and accredited University in South Africa
- You must have proven financial need
- You must NOT be receiving any other financial assistance
Application Process for this Bursary
Download and complete the Erwin Robert Balde Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric final results
- Proof of admission acceptance letter from institution (on institutions letterhead)
- Institution fee statement
Applications must be submitted via email to: ERB2026@capegate.co.za
(Insert the words “ERB Bursary Scheme” in the email subject line).
When is the CLosing date for this bursary?
The closing date for this bursary is 31 January 2026.
How to Contact the Bursary Provider
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Cape Gate (Pty) Ltd directly:
Secretary: ERB Bursary Scheme
Email: ERB2025@capegate.co.za


