If you’re still looking for funding for the 2026 academic year, this is your final reminder. Several major South African bursaries are closing before or on 20 February 2026, and missing these deadlines could mean missing out on fully funded study opportunities.
Here are the Top 8 South African Bursaries you should apply for right now.
1. Goldwind Bursaries 2026
Goldwind invites South African students to apply for the Goldwind Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year.
- Closing Date: 15 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for Goldwind Bursaries 2026
2. Sorbet Academy Bursaries 2026
Sorbet Academy invites South African students to apply for the Sorbet Academy Bursary Programme for 2026.
- Closing Date: 15 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for Sorbet Academy Bursaries 2026
3. SASLHA Myrtle L Aron Bursaries 2026
The South African Speech Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) invites eligible students to apply for the Myrtle L Aron Bursary Programme 2026.
This bursary supports students pursuing careers in:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Audiology
- Closing Date: 16 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for SASLHA Myrtle L Aron Bursaries 2026
4. KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursaries 2026
The KwaZulu-Natal Government invites KZN residents to apply for 2026 bursary opportunities across key provincial departments.
- Application Period: 31 December 2025 – 15 February 2026
- Study Location: Public institutions of higher learning (preference for KZN-based institutions)
👉 Click here to apply for KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursaries 2026
5. iSimangaliso Wetland Park Bursaries 2026
The iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority invites eligible South African students to apply for its 2026 bursary programme.
- Closing Date: 16 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for iSimangaliso Wetland Park Bursaries 2026
6. Tomorrow Trust Bursaries 2026
Tomorrow Trust invites eligible students to apply for the Tomorrow Trust Bursary Programme 2026 for undergraduate studies at recognised public universities.
- Closing Date: 18 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for Tomorrow Trust Bursaries 2026
7. World Sports Betting (WSB Cares) Bursaries 2026
WSB Cares, the Corporate Social Investment arm of World Sports Betting, invites eligible ICT graduates to apply for the 2026 bursary.
- Closing Date: 18 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for World Sports Betting Bursaries 2026
8. Samancor Chrome Bursaries 2026
Samancor Chrome invites academically strong learners and university students to apply for the 2026 bursary programme.
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for Samancor Chrome Bursaries 2026
Bonus: ERWAT Bursaries 2026 (Also Closing 20 February)
The Ekurhuleni Water Care Company (ERWAT) invites qualifying university students to apply for the ERWAT External Bursary Programme 2026.
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
👉 Click here to apply for ERWAT Bursaries 2026
Final Reminder
Many of these bursaries close between 15 and 20 February 2026. Make sure you:
- Check eligibility requirements
- Prepare certified documents
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Avoid incomplete submissions
Funding opportunities like these can fully cover tuition, accommodation, books, and living expenses — but only if you apply on time.