The Silulumanzi Bursary supports students with a Bachelor's pass in biology, chemical, civil and electrical engineering, environmental science and fitting trades. It includes a work-back commitment.
Fields of study
- Biology (BSc)
- Chemical Engineering (BSc)
- Civil Engineering (BSc)
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current/ Light Current) (BSc)
- Environmental Science (National Diploma)
- Fitter and Turner
- Fitting (including Machinery)
- Information Technology (BSc)
- Instrumentation Mechanical
- Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
- Millwright
- Quantity Survey (BSc)
- Water Care (National Diploma)
Who can apply
- Be a South African citizen
- Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric with a Bachelors pass
- Be studying or intend on studying full-time towards an undergraduate qualification, within one of the fields of study listed above
- Be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Be interested in joining the Water Industry
- Have achieved a minimum of Level 6 for Mathematics and Science in Matric
- Have a strong academic record
- Preference will be given
- Previously disadvantaged individuals
- Females students
- Students with disabilities
- South African citizens who reside within the above contractual concession areas where Silulumanzi operates (Mbombela city/ Nelspruit, KaNyamazane, Tekwane, Matsulu, KaMagugu, Msogwaba, Daantjie, Zwelisha, Mpakeni, Luphisi, Mattafin)
What the bursary covers
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed books
- /or study materials
- Accommodation
- A work-back period applies: you may need to work for the funder after graduating, usually for as long as you were funded.
- Funding is renewed each year if you meet the academic requirements.
Documents you will need
- Birth Certificate (certified copy)
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
- Full tertiary academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
- 2025 exam results (on institutions letterhead)
- Supplementary exam results, if applicable (on tertiary letterhead)
- Breakdown of study fees: invoice/ statement/ account/ receipt (in writing, on institutions letterhead)
- Proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ death certificates if deceased)
- Proof of residence
- Motivational letter explaining reason why you chose your field of study (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
- Proof of disability, if applicable
How to apply
- Check the requirements
Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.
- Prepare your documents
Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.
- Apply through the official channel
Post: The Bursary Department Human Resources P 0 BOX 12753 Mbombela City 1200
Application forms can be collected from the Silulumanzi Customer Care Offices in KaNyamazane, Matsulu, and Mbombela/ Nelspruit.
- Submit before the closing date
Closes 30 November 2026. 30 November 2026. Late applications are almost never accepted.
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Contact the bursary provider
- Phone 013 752 6839
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About Silulumanzi
Silulumanzi provides water and wastewater services in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, under a public-private partnership.
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