The Alfred Nzo District Municipality is inviting applications for its bursary programme for the 2025 academic year. This initiative aims to support students from the Alfred Nzo municipal area in the Eastern Cape who are pursuing studies in critical skills fields.
About the Bursary Provider
Alfred Nzo District Municipality, named after prominent anti-apartheid activist Alfred Baphethuxolo Nzo, is located in the northeastern part of the Eastern Cape Province. It focuses on rural development, with an economy largely based on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale trade.
Fields Covered
Bursaries will be awarded for studies in the following fields:
- Civil Engineering (National Diploma)
- Community Water Services and Sanitation (BSc)
- Disaster Management (Degree / National Diploma)
- Environmental and Water Science (BSc)
- Geographic Information System (Degree / National Diploma)
- Graphic Art/Design (Degree / National Diploma)
- Marine Engineering (National Diploma)
- Mechanical Engineering (Degree / National Diploma)
- Town/Urban and Regional Planning (Degree / National Diploma)
- Water and Science Technology (National Diploma)
- Water Resource Management (BSc)
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must reside within the Alfred Nzo jurisdiction area.
- Must be between 16 and 35 years old.
- Must be currently in Matric (2024) or have completed Matric.
- Must intend to study towards a qualification in one of the specified fields in 2025.
- Must plan to study at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa.
- Must have a strong academic record and demonstrate financial need.
- Preference will be given to disadvantaged students.
How to Apply
- Download and complete the Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary Application Form for 2025 (available as a PDF).
- Alternatively, collect application forms from:
- ANDM offices
- Local municipalities within Mbizana, Ntabankulu, Umzimvubu, and Matatiele
- Ward Councilors
- Indicate “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the application form where it asks how you heard about the bursary.
Required Documentation
Submit clear copies of the following documents with your application:
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Certified copy of latest Matric results (if currently in Matric).
- Certified copy of Matric certificate (if completed).
- Certified proof of acceptance to a recognized tertiary institution.
- Proof of residence from your Ward Councillor.
- Parents’ proof of income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, proof of SASSA grant or pension if applicable).
- Motivational letter explaining why you should be considered for the bursary.
Submission Details
Applications must be posted to:
textThe Senior Manager Corporate Services
Alfred Nzo District Municipality
ERF 1400 Ntsizwa Street
Private Bag X 511
Mount Ayliff
4735
Note: Applications received via email or fax will NOT be accepted.
Closing Date
Application Deadline: February 14, 2025
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.)
Contact Information
For queries related to this bursary programme, contact:
Human Resource Development Section
Tel: 039 254 5112 / 039 254 5125
Contact Persons: Ms. A.N. Zibobo / Ms. N. Mabunzi