17 Must-Apply Bursaries in SA for 2025: Apply Before 31 January 2025!

As we approach the end of January, students in South Africa are racing to secure financial support for their studies in 2025. Whether you are pursuing a career in technology, healthcare, business, or the arts, these 17 bursaries offer invaluable opportunities to further your education. But hurry — most of the application deadlines fall before 31 January 2025! Here’s a roundup of the top bursary programs still open for applications.
1. East London IDZ Bursaries 2025
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) offers bursaries for South African students pursuing a wide range of qualifications.
Closing date: 27 January 2025
Application details: ELIDZ Bursaries 2025
2. EasyPay Everywhere Bursaries 2025
EasyPay Everywhere invites students to apply for its bursary program, aimed at those studying in fields such as engineering and technology.
Closing date: 27 January 2025
Application details: EasyPay Everywhere Bursaries 2025
3. MultiChoice Bursaries 2025
MultiChoice is looking for students with a passion for the entertainment and technology industries. This bursary is open to those pursuing studies in relevant fields.
Closing date: 29 January 2025
Application details: MultiChoice Bursaries 2025
4. African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Bursaries 2025
African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) is offering bursaries for students interested in mining, engineering, and related fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: ARM Bursaries 2025
5. Cape Gate Erwin Robert Balde Bursaries 2025
Cape Gate invites students to apply for their Erwin Robert Balde Bursary Programme, designed for those studying engineering, metallurgy, or related disciplines.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: Cape Gate Bursaries 2025
6. City Power Joburg Bursaries 2025
City Power Johannesburg offers bursaries to students studying engineering, electrical, and energy-related courses.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: City Power Bursaries 2025
7. Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) Bursaries 2025
DENOSA offers bursaries to students pursuing studies in nursing and healthcare.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: DENOSA Bursaries 2025
8. Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursaries 2025
The DSAC is offering bursaries for students interested in pursuing careers in sport, arts, and culture.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: DSAC Bursaries 2025
9. Esri South Africa Bursaries 2025
Esri South Africa is looking for students with an interest in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), engineering, and technology.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: Esri Bursaries 2025
10. The Moore Bursaries 2025
The Moore is offering bursaries for students pursuing studies in accounting, finance, and business management.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: The Moore Bursaries 2025
11. Nestlé Future Talent Bursaries 2025
Nestlé’s Future Talent Program is open to students studying fields such as business, engineering, and food sciences.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: Nestlé Future Talent Bursaries 2025
12. Portia M Foundation Bursaries 2025
The Portia M Foundation invites students to apply for its bursary programme, aimed at those pursuing higher education in various fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: Portia M Foundation Bursaries 2025
13. Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) Bursaries 2025
PSIRA offers bursaries for students pursuing careers in security management, law enforcement, and related fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: PSIRA Bursaries 2025
14. South African National Blood Service (SANBS) Bursaries 2025
SANBS provides bursaries for students pursuing studies in healthcare, medical technology, and related fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: SANBS Bursaries 2025
15. Siemens Bursaries 2025
Siemens is offering bursaries to students interested in fields like engineering, technology, and business.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: Siemens Bursaries 2025
16. South Deep Education Trust (SDET) Bursaries 2025
The South Deep Education Trust offers bursaries for students pursuing degrees in mining, engineering, and other technical fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: SDET Bursaries 2025
17. Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) Bursaries 2025
TCTA offers bursaries to students interested in water resource management, engineering, and related fields.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Application details: TCTA Bursaries 2025