Ndwedwe Local Municipality Bursary: Full Details

All students from the Ndwedwe Local Municipality who need financial aid for their studies in fields like engineering or ICT, this bursary is for you. 

The municipality supports disadvantaged students, and while 2025 dates are pending, knowing the requirements is still wise.

Ndwedwe Local Municipality Bursary Details

Bursary Name: Ndwedwe Local Municipality Bursary

Provider: Ndwedwe Local Municipality

Eligible Fields:

• Architecture
• Artisan
• Civil Engineering
• Energy Engineering
• Geology
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Industrial Engineering
• Internal Audit and Risk
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mining
• Quantity Surveying
• Policy Analyst
• Town and Regional Planning

Application Deadline: No 2025 dates have been provided

Funding Amount: Up to R50,000 for registration and tuition fees, and up to R6,000 for prescribed textbooks

Apply Here: Not available.

About the Bursary Provider

The Ndwedwe Local Municipality is located in the iLembe District of KwaZulu-Natal and is the largest of four municipalities in the region. 

Despite being close to urban and economic developments, the municipality remains underdeveloped, with a large demographic of historically disadvantaged communities.

This bursary program was created in honor of Solomon Mahlangu, a South African freedom fighter and anti-apartheid activist. 

It aims to assist historically disadvantaged students in pursuing careers in municipal-related fields.

Eligibility Requirements for this bursary

To qualify for this bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Reside within the Ndwedwe Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal province.
2. Be from a historically disadvantaged background.
3. Be currently in Matric (2023) or have completed Matric.
4. Be studying or intend to study one of the eligible fields in 2024.
5. Be between 18 and 35 years old.
6. Be registered or intend to register at an accredited South African institution (University, University of Technology, or TVET College).
7. Not be receiving any other bursary funding or NSFAS.
8. Preference will be given to students with strong academic performance or exceptional potential.

How to Apply

1. Download and complete the Ndwedwe Local Municipality Bursary Application Form.
2. Prepare clear, certified copies of the following required documents:
   • South African ID document
   • Latest mid-term results
   • Proof of acceptance at an accredited institution
   • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
   • Motivational letter explaining why you chose your field of study
   • Proof of residence (signed and confirmed by a Ward Councillor)
   • Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of SASSA grant if applicable, or death certificate if deceased)
3. Submit your completed application and supporting documents by hand to one of the following locations:
   • Ndwedwe Local Municipality: P100 Road, Ndwedwe
   • Bhamshela Thusong Service Centre
   • Sonkombo Thusong Service Centre
   • Bhamshela Modular Library

Application Deadline & Contact Details

No specific 2025 closing date has been provided yet.

For further inquiries, contact the Ndwedwe Local Municipality directly at 032 532 5000.

Prepare your application and documents for hand delivery, and stay updated on the 2025 deadlines. 

Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future.