Bursary
Kwami Foundation Programme


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Bursary Details
Date Added:
2025/08/01 00:00:00
Date End:
2025/08/31 00:00:00
Bursary Description

?? Kwami Foundation Bursary Programme

Supporting Future Graduates in BCom, BSc, and BA Degrees

The Kwami Foundation Bursary Programme is committed to empowering South Africa’s next generation of leaders by providing financial support to eligible undergraduate students pursuing studies in:

  • Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc)
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA)

This bursary is specifically for students beginning their first year of university studies in 2026.

? Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the bursary, applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be currently in Grade 12 (Matric) or have completed Grade 12 and plan to start university in 2026
  • Intend to register for full-time undergraduate studies in BCom, BSc, or BA at a public South African university
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Show strong academic performance and a commitment to completing their degree
  • Not be a current recipient of another full bursary

?? Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  1. A completed Kwami Foundation Bursary Application Form (available on our website)
  2. A certified copy of your ID
  3. Certified copies of your Grade 11 final results and latest Grade 12 results
  4. A motivational letter (300–500 words) explaining your goals, background, and why you need financial assistance
  5. Proof of university application or provisional acceptance (if available)

?? Application Deadline

  • Opening Date: 1 August 2025
  • Closing Date: 31 August 2025
  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by January 2026 for interviews and further assessments.

?? How to Apply

Applications can be submitted:

Queries: 
  • Email: bsp@fundi.co.za

 

Bursary Requirements
Gender
Male,Female
Race
African,Coloured,White,Indian/Asian
University
University of South Africa (UNISA),North West University (NWU),University of Pretoria (UP),Tshwane University of Technology (TUT),University of Johannesburg (UJ),University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN),University of the Free State (UFS),Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT),University of the Witwatersrand (Wits),University of Stellenbosch (SU),University of Cape Town (UCT),Nelson Mandela University (NMU),Walter Sisulu University (WSU),Durban University of Technology,University of Limpopo,Vaal University of Technology (VUT),University of Zululand,University of the Western Cape (UWC),Central University of Technology (CUT),University of Fort Hare,University of Venda,Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT),Rhodes University (Rhodes),Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU),University of Mpumalanga,Sol Plaatje University (SPU)
Documents
Id Documents, Bank confirmation Letter
Enrolment Year
2025
Year of Study
1st
Terms and Conditions
Learner/Students hereby consents to the conducting of a background check, for the purpose of verifying the accuracy of the information provided in the application and in order to prevent fraud or abuse, by Fundi and/or Fundi’s Affiliates, customer and/or client to the full extent permitted by law. Such a background check may include, but shall not be limited to, criminal record check, qualification verification and ID Check. The Learner/Student agrees not to hold Fundi and/or its Affiliates(s), customer(s) and/or client(s) liable for any claims in connection with such checking or testing or the reporting of the results thereof to Bursary Funders.

I, voluntarily provide my informed consent for the processing of my personal information (including information on my racial or ethnic origin) as supplied on my profile, solely for the purposes of the Kwami Foundation Programme I am applying for during the screening process.
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