Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation, in the North West province
• Be under 35 years old
• Be currently unemployed
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Have achieved a minimum of level 5 for Mathematics in Matric (Mathematical Literacy and Technical Mathematics learners are NOT considered)
• Have achieved a minimum of level 5 for English in Matric
• Have achieved a minimum of level 5 for Accounting in Matric
• Intend on studying towards a Accounting Sciences (CA – Chartered Accountant stream) qualification
• Have been accepted to study at a SAICA recognised and registered public university in South Africa
• Be entering your 1st year of study in 2027
• Not be receiving any other bursary/ student financial aid support/ NSFAS, for the 2027 academic year

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
• Grade 11 results and Matric Term 1 to 3 results (Certified Matric certificate must be submitted when received)
• Proof of provisional or official acceptance at a SAICA-accredited public South African university
• Proof of residence – Lekwalo la Kgosana (not older than 3 months)
• Brief Curriculum Vitae
• 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
   Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Application 2027

   Applications must be submitted online at: Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Application 2027

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around July. 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 Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH)

Royal Bafokeng Holdings is the community-owned investment company of the Royal Bafokeng Nation in North West.