Applications are now open for the Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026, which provides financial assistance to students from the Drakenstein region aiming to continue their studies at accredited South African institutions. This bursary reflects the municipality’s dedication to youth development, skills empowerment, and nurturing future community leaders.
The bursary program is designed to support students who are both academically deserving and financially disadvantaged in accessing higher education. Through this investment in education, the municipality helps young people acquire the skills and qualifications necessary to contribute to the local economy and community growth.
- Host Country:South Africa
- Bursary Provider:Drakenstein Municipality
- Deadline: 10 October 2025
Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026 Fields of Study Covered
- Accredited Skills Programmes by accredited Learning Providers (including: Digger-loader, Grass cutting, Hairdressing, Painting, Welding etc)
- Artisan Development Training qualifications (including: Building Construction, Diesel Mechanics, Electrical Heavy Current, Plumbing, Welding)
- Community and Social Development
- Engineering (including: Civil Engineering, Electro-Technical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering)
- Finance (including: Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management)
- Sports Administration, Public Administration & Services (including: Firefighting, Human Resources, Law Enforcement, Public Management, Traffic Management)
- Town & Regional Planning, Local Economic Development and Tourism, Architectural Technology, Environmental, Water/ Wastewater, Solid Waste
Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026 Funding Package 2026
Successful applicants will receive financial assistance that may cover:
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Tuition fees
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Prescribed textbooks and study materials
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Accommodation (or an allowance for living costs)
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In certain cases, a monthly stipend
Who are Eligible to Apply Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:
- You must be between 18 and 35 years old
- You must be permanently residing within the Drakenstein Municipal area (Gouda, Paarl, Saron, Simondium or Wellington), in the Western Cape province
- You must be studying or intend on studying full time, towards a qualification in one of the fields of study listed above, in 2026
- You must be studying or have applied to study at a recognised and accredited Higher Education and Training institution in South Africa
Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026 Documents Checklist
Applicants must submit the following documents:
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Certified copy of South African ID
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Proof of residence in the Drakenstein Municipality
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Latest academic results or Matric certificate
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Proof of university acceptance/registration
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Motivation letter explaining why they deserve the bursary
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Proof of household income (affidavit or payslips)
How to Apply Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2026
Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:
- Email: ExternalBursaries@drakenstein.gov.za OR RuralBursaries@drakenstein.gov.za
- Hand delivery: Human Resources Division – Training and Development, Civic Centre (Ground Floor, Corporate Services), Berg River Boulevard, Paarl.
