Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary South Africa 2025
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – TMDM
The Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, located within the Free State, is a Category C Municipality that makes up a third of the entire province. It consists of six local municipalities, namely Dihlabeng, Maluti-A-Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, and Setsoto.
The municipality got its name from Edwin Thabo Mofutsanyana, a stalwart of the Communist Party of South Africa.
The Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality faces many socio-economic challenges, however, it still proves as a great potential for tourism development due to its scenic beauty and rich culture.
The municipality is also home to the renowned Golden Gate, which can be located on the slopes of the Drakensberg Mountains.
ABOUT THE TMDM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The Thabo Mofutsanyane 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 Thabo Mofutsanyana area of jurisdiction (Free State)
. This external bursary programme aims to fund disadvantaged students, pursuing
scarce and critical skills
studies, within any of the following fields:
Agriculture
Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
Community Water Services and Sanitation (BSc)
Disaster Management
Environmental and Water Science (BSc)
Geography Information Science
Human Resources
Public Administration/ Admin (Bachelors Degree)
Tourism
Town and Regional Planning
Water and Science Technology (National Diploma)
Water Resource Management (BSc)
other related fields
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.
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.
MORE ABOUT THE TMDM BURSARY PROGRAMME
Successful candidates will be expected to enter a contractual agreement with the Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality, which will include the terms and conditions pertaining to the bursary award.
The Municipality also reserves the right to determine the total amount of bursary awards for the year based on its budget.
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 Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TMDM 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 between the ages of 16 and 35 years old
You must reside within the Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality, in the Free State province
You must 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 recognized tertiary institution in South Africa
You must be in financial need
You must demonstrate strong academic ability
Preference will be given to students who will be first time undergraduates in 2025
Preference will be given to students from a disadvantaged background
Students living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TMDM BURSARY
Download and complete the
TMDM Bursary Application Form 2025
(.pdf)
Alternatively, application forms can be collected from TMDM offices, and from Communications Officers at the the following Local Municipalities: Dihlabeng, Maluti A Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela and Setsoto.
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the TMDM 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 certificate
Latest academic record, if currently studying
Proof of enrollment or acceptance into a tertiary institution
Proof of residence from a Ward Councilor
Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/
affidavit
if unemployed/ proof of sassa grant or pension if applicable)
Parents or guardians death certificate, if deceased
Affidavit if you not have one/ both parents
Proof of disability, if applicable (doctors medical note)
Motivational letter stating why you think you deserve the award
(read our tips on
how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application
)
Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:
– Email:
info@tmdm.gov.za
(Insert the words “
TMDM Bursary 2025
” in the email subject line).
– Post:
The Municipal Manager’s Office
Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality
1 Mampoi Road,
Old Parliament Building
Phuthaditjhaba
9866
CLOSING DATE FOR THE TMDM BURSARY
8 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 Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality directly:
Contact Person 1: Mr. Ti Ranokoli
Tel: 063 138 7371
Email: info@tmdm.gov.za
Contact Person 2: Mr. M Tshabalala
Tel: 071 687 0048
Please do NOT contact the Thabo Mofutsanyane 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 January 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.
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-12CEDDD8