Africa Wetu Foundation (AWF) Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields, at selected institutions

• University of Cape Town (UCT): MSc in Computer Science/ Information Systems
• University of the Western Cape (UWC): MSc in Computer Science/ Information Systems
• Northlink College: Boilermaker (CBMT Phases 1–4) / Fitter & Turner – Occupational Program Boilermaker (CBMT Phases 1 – 4)

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be under 30 years old
• Be pursuing a Master’s degree (full time) OR a Certificate of Competency – Vocational (full time), within one of the fields of study listed above, in 2025
• Be pursuing your qualification level for the first time
• Be studying at one of the institutions listed above
• Have proven financial need, as determined by household income

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees only

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Academic transcripts/ record of results (certified copy)
• Motivational letter to support your application (1 page) (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
   Africa Wetu Foundation Bursary Application Form 2025Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   Download and complete the Africa Wetu Foundation Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around April. 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.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

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

About Africa Wetu Foundation (AWF)

The Africa Wetu Foundation is a non-profit organisation that gives young Africans access to education and skills training.