ACWA Power Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Reside within zone 1 (Kgatelopele and Tsantsabane), in the Northern Cape province
• Be between 18 and 35 years old
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification in ANY field, in 2026
• Be studying or admitted/ registered to study at a public tertiary institution in South Africa (University or University of Technology)
• Be in financial need

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Registration fees
• Books
• Meals
• Accommodation

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric June results, if currently in Matric (certified copy) (final results must be submitted once released in January 2026)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Latest academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of acceptance to an institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of residential address
• Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or grant if applicable) (certified copy)
• Motivational letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: [email protected] (Insert the words “ACWA Power Bursary 2026” in the email subject line).

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around January. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About ACWA Power

ACWA Power is a Saudi-headquartered developer and operator of power and desalinated water plants, including renewable energy projects in South Africa.