Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Hillside Bursary

Fields of study

• Commerce, Law and Management (Accountancy, Economics, Finance, Business Science and Law)
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Engineering, Built Environment and Architecture (All disciplines)
• Health Sciences (Medicine, Nursing, etc.)
• Humanities (Arts, Social Science, Education, etc.)
• Science (Mathematical, Physical, Earth, Actuarial and Biological Sciences)
• * Consideration may be given for other disciplines

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Reside within the King Cetshwayo District, in KwaZulu-Natal province
• Be under 21 years old
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full time towards an undergraduate Degree or Diploma, within one of the fields listed above
• Be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record
• Preference will be given to designated groups

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (note: students must submit final results to HHM once received.)
• Full academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of residence (copy of municipal account for water and lights/ letter from a Council member or Chief)

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
   Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Bursary Application 2026

   Applicants must use the following promotional code when applying or tracking their application: Hillside26

   Note: please indicate on your cover page the field of study that you are applying the bursary for.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around October. 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 Dr Xolani Mkhwanazi South32 Hillside

South32 is a global mining and metals company. Its Hillside aluminium smelter in Richards Bay is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.