Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary

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Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only

About This Bursary

Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 HMM Bursary South Africa 2026 ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SOUTH32 South32, founded in 2015, is a global mining and metals company who mine and produce materials such as silver; nickel; zinc; manganese; bauxite; aluminium; alumina; lead; metallurgical coal; thermal coal and coking coal. The company operates across South Africa, Mozambique, Australia and Colombia, and is headquartered in Perth, Australia. The commodities mined and produced by South32 are found in almost every aspect of our lives – from skyscrapers, roads, bridges and hospitals, to fueling our cars, packaging our foods and powering our homes. The late Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi was the companies Non-executive Director prior to his death in January 2020 – the South32 bursary has been renamed in honour of him. ABOUT THE DR XOLANI MKHWANAZI SOUTH32 BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED South32 is inviting students to apply for the Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi HMM Bursary Scheme , for the 2026 academic year . Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG) district (Northern Cape), as well as HMM Employees children , for undergraduate Degree or Diploma studies, including but not limited to the following fields: STEM fields: Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Geology Industrial Engineering Information Technology Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering Mine Surveying Mining Engineering Rock Engineering Non-STEM fields: Business Administration Education & Training Environment Health & Safety Health Sciences: Medicine, Nursing, Hygiene, Occupational Therapy, Safety and Environmental Management etc Human Resources Literature LLB Management Marketing Philosophy Political Science Social Sciences South32 is committed to increasing the skills of citizens within its host communities in areas it operates. As a means to increase skills development, the company is committed to providing bursary funding to those pursuing studies within Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) as well as NON-STEM fields. 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 Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary. ** RELATED BURSARIES ** View our other Engineering Bursaries and Scholarships here . View our other Science Bursaries and Scholarships here . View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here . ABOUT THE DR XOLANI MKHWANAZI SOUTH32 BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED, SELECTION & RENEWAL The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: full tuition fees, book allowance and transport allowance. HMM may also provide vacation work, if it is needed for the student to obtain their qualification. Students will be selected based on the following main criteria: previous year’s academic results, enrollment at an accredited tertiary institution and lastly, consideration will be given to attaining the objectives of the Mining Charter and Employment Equity Act. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to attend an interview and assessment. If you do not receive any feedback by 31 October 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful. Bursaries are awarded for 1 academic year at a time, and are renewable based on academic performance and conduct. Students must pass all studies to continue funding. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DR XOLANI MKHWANAZI SOUTH32 BURSARY 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 John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG) District, in the Northern Cape province OR be a child of an HMM Employee You must be under 21 years old You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric You must be studying or intend on studying full time towards a Degree or Diploma, within one of the fields listed above, in 2026 You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa You must have a strong academic record HOW TO APPLY FOR THE DR XOLANI MKHWANAZI SOUTH32 BURSARY Applications must be submitted online at: Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary Application 2026 Applicants must use the following promotional code when applying or tracking their application: HMM26 Note: please indicate on your cover page the field of study that you are applying the bursary for. Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary. Submit copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application (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 (note: students must submit final results to HHM once received.) Matric certificate, if completed Matric Full academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead) Proof of residence (copy of municipal account for water and lights/ letter from a Council member or Chief) CLOSING DATE FOR THE SOUTH32 BURSARY 26 September 2025 (at 17:00). (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 Career Wise (the administrators for this bursary) directly: Contact person: Mr. John Legoete Email: applications@careerwise.co.za Please do NOT contact Career Wise or South32 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 September 2025. 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.

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Applications Open
Application Deadline
February 07, 2026
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Important Dates

Application Deadline: Feb 07, 2026

Bursary Details

Category: Engineering
Study Level: Any Level
Funding Type: Full Funding
Reference: BUR-BE2184C4

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