Garden Route District Municipality External Bursary
About this opportunity
Bursary for African students pursuing Bachelor, Diploma, or TVET studies in South Africa (2026). Deadline: 31 October.
The Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) offers external bursaries for financial assistance towards further studies in 2027. This opportunity is open to students currently enrolled in accredited institutions or those who have completed Grade 12 (or equivalent) and are planning to pursue full-time studies at SAQA-accredited tertiary or TVET institutions. The assistance is restricted to learners whose parents permanently reside within the Garden Route municipal area. Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2026, with completed forms and required documentation submitted to the Training and Development Section of GRDM by mail or in person during office hours. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified within two months of the deadline.
Key details
South AfricaWhat you get
- Financial assistance towards further studies
Documents needed
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
- Completed application form
- Latest or Grade 12 results (or equivalent qualification)
- Latest examination results (if currently enrolled at tertiary institutions)
- Certified copy of ID
- Affidavit of parents’ combined income
- Proof of residential address (municipal account)
How to apply
- Obtain the application form from GRDM’s main office, satellite offices, or the website (www.gardenroute.gov.za).
- Complete the form and gather all required documents.
- Submit the application form and documents to the Training and Development Section, Garden Route District Municipality, 54 York Street, P.O. Box 12, George 6530, for attention: Training and Development Section.
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