Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary South Africa 2025
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
Alfred Nzo District Municipality is located in the northeastern part of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. Named after Alfred Baphethuxolo Nzo, a prominent anti-apartheid activist and former African National Congress secretary-general, this district is known for its rural character and beautiful landscapes. It includes key towns like Mount Ayliff and Mount Frere and serves as a hub for rural development within the region.
The district’s economy largely depends on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale trade, with ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure, healthcare, and education services for its communities.
ABOUT THE ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The Alfred Nzo District Municipality is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the
2025 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded to
students residing within the Alfred Nzo municipal area (Eastern Cape)
, for studies within the following
scarce and critical skills
fields of study:
Civil Engineering (National Diploma)
Community Water Services and Sanitation (BSc)
Disaster Management (Degree / National Diploma)
Environmental and Water Science (BSc)
Geographic Information System (Degree / National Diploma)
Graphic Art/ Design (Degree / National Diploma)
Marine Engineering (National Diploma)
Mechanical Engineering (Degree / National Diploma)
Town/ Urban and Regional Planning (Degree / National Diploma)
Water and Science Technology (National Diploma)
Water Resource Management (BSc)
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MORE ABOUT THE ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY PROGRAMME – SELECTION & CONTRACT
Successful bursary recipients will receive feedback by 28 February 2025 at the latest. If you do not receive any feedback by this time, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Students will enter into a contractual agreement within the municipality, which contains all the general provisions related to the bursary.
www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
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 reside within the Alfred Nzo jurisdiction area, in the Eastern Cape Province
You must be between the ages of 16 and 35 years old
You must be currently in Matric (in 2024) or have completed Matric
You must intend on studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above, in 2025
You must intend on studying at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
You must have a strong academic record
You must be in financial need
Preference will be given to disadvantaged students
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY
Download and complete the
Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary Application Form 2025
(.pdf)
Alternatively, application forms can be collected from the following locations: ANDM offices and local municipalities (within Mbizana, Ntabankulu, umzimvubu and Matatiele) and Ward Councilors.
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Alfred Nzo District Municipality bursary.
Submit clear copies of 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 latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
Proof of acceptance to study at a recognised tertiary institution (certified copy)
Proof of residence from your Ward Councillor
Parents proof of income (latest payslips if employed/
affidavit
if unemployed/ proof of sassa grant or pension if applicable/ death certificate if deceased)
Motivational letter indicating why you should be considered for the bursary
(read our tips on
how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application
)
Applications must be posted to:
The Senior Manager Corporate Services
Alfred Nzo District Municipality
ERF 1400 Ntsizwa Street
Private Bag X 511
Mount Ayliff
4735
Note: applications received via email or fax will NOT be accepted.
CLOSING DATE FOR THE ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY BURSARY
14 February 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Alfred Nzo District Municipality directly:
Human Resource Development Section
Contact People: Ms AN Zibobo / Ms N Mabunzi
Tel: 039 254 5112 / 039 254 5125
Please do NOT contact the Alfred Nzo District Municipality if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here:
https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/
This bursary listing was last updated in November 2024.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
See description details.
Eligibility Criteria
See description details.
Application Requirements
See description details.
Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 07, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
Government
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-AB8817B0