The Rustenburg Local Municipality is offering an exciting opportunity for deserving students through its Rustenburg Municipality Bursary Programme for the 2025 academic year. This initiative aims to support previously disadvantaged students and youth living with disabilities in the Rustenburg Local Municipal area. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about pursuing further studies, this bursary could be the gateway to achieving your academic dreams.
About Rustenburg Local Municipality
The Rustenburg Local Municipality is situated in the North West Province and forms part of the Bojanala Platinum District. The municipality, which is located at the base of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range, is the most densely populated in the province, comprising 45 wards. As a Category B municipality, Rustenburg aims to ensure the provision of quality basic services and infrastructure, maintain a healthy and green municipal environment, drive economic growth, create job opportunities, and uphold principles of good governance and public participation.
Through the bursary programme, the Rustenburg Municipality is extending its commitment to educational development and financial support for the youth in its community, making education more accessible and promoting a skilled and educated workforce for the future.
About the Rustenburg Municipality Bursary Programme
The Rustenburg Municipality Mayoral Bursary Programme is open to students pursuing all fields of study at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa. This bursary is targeted at previously disadvantaged youth and those living with disabilities who reside within the Rustenburg Local Municipal area.
Bursary Details
The bursary aims to cover the following costs for successful applicants:
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed books
- Accommodation
Applicants must collect an application form and submit their completed application along with supporting documents.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Reside within the Rustenburg Local Municipal area (North West Province).
- Currently be in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Intend on studying full-time in 2025.
- Studying or have been accepted/ provisionally accepted to study at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa.
- Achieve excellent academic results.
- Be previously disadvantaged or living with a disability.
Preference will be given to applicants who display strong academic potential and dedication to their studies.
How to Apply for the Rustenburg Municipality Bursary
Application forms for the Rustenburg Municipality Bursary Programme must be collected from the Rustenburg Municipality office or from Ward Councillors. Below are the details for the collection:
- Collection Date: Starting 1 October 2024
- Collection Location: Missionary Mpheni House Building, Rustenburg, 2999 (Ground Floor, Room 8, Special Projects)
Required Documentation
Applicants must submit clear copies of the following supporting documents along with their completed application form (submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, the application may be disqualified):
- Certified copy of your ID document.
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate or latest results.
- Proof of admission or provisional acceptance from a tertiary institute (on the institution’s letterhead).
- Proforma invoice from the tertiary institute, including the cost of tuition, prescribed books, and accommodation (the institute must have a valid Tax Clearance Certificate).
- Certified copies of parents or guardians’ ID documents.
- Parents or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ pension slip if the applicant is indigent).
- Proof of residence.
Submission of Applications
Completed application forms and supporting documents must be hand-delivered to the following address:
Rustenburg Local Municipality
Missionary Mpheni House
Cnr Nelson Mandela Drive & Beyers Naude Street
Rustenburg, 2999
Closing Date: 31 October 2024
Applications submitted after this date will not be considered, so ensure your application is complete and submitted on time.
Contact Information
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Rustenburg Municipality directly:
- Contact Person: Mr. Thabiso Mesesa
- Telephone Number: 014 590 3249
Applicants are encouraged to reach out only if they require more information or clarification about the bursary. For other bursary opportunities and guidance, visit SA Bursaries.
The Rustenburg Municipality Bursary Programme for 2025 is an excellent opportunity for eligible students in the North West Province to further their education. By providing financial support and encouraging academic excellence, the municipality is helping to build a brighter future for the youth and fostering development in the community.
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If you or someone you know meets the eligibility criteria, don’t miss out on this opportunity—apply for the Rustenburg Municipality Bursary Programme before the closing date and take a step closer to realizing your academic aspirations.
For more information on other bursaries and scholarships, visit SA Bursaries today.