Mulilo invites qualifying South African students from selected Northern Cape municipalities to apply for the Mulilo Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Bursary Location: Emthanjeni, Renosterberg and Siyathemba municipalities, Northern Cape, South Africa
Mulilo Bursary Programme 2027
Mulilo is offering bursary funding to students from selected municipalities in the Northern Cape who want to pursue studies at recognised tertiary or trade institutions in South Africa.
The bursary is open to:
Any field of study
provided applicants meet the residence and other eligibility requirements.
Bursary Programme Overview
Organisation: Mulilo
Programme: Mulilo Bursary Programme 2027
Academic Year: 2027
Fields of Study: Any field
Study Institution: Accredited tertiary or trade institution in South Africa
Province: Northern Cape
Eligible Municipalities: Emthanjeni, Renosterberg and Siyathemba
Citizenship: South African
Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Application Method: Online
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Permanently reside in the Northern Cape.
- Reside specifically within Emthanjeni, Renosterberg or Siyathemba municipality.
- Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Be studying or intending to study towards a qualification in any field.
- Be studying or have applied to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary or trade institution in South Africa.
Fields of Study
The Mulilo Bursary is open to:
Any field of study
This includes students pursuing qualifications through either tertiary education institutions or recognised trade institutions, subject to the bursary requirements.
What the Mulilo Bursary Covers
The bursary provides financial support for:
- Tuition fees.
- Textbook allowance.
- Accommodation.
- Monthly stipend.
Successful students will also receive additional support in the form of:
- Psycho-social support.
- Academic tutoring.
Residence Requirement
Applicants must permanently reside in one of the following Northern Cape municipalities:
- Emthanjeni Municipality.
- Renosterberg Municipality.
- Siyathemba Municipality.
Applicants should make sure they can provide valid proof of residence confirming that their home address falls within the eligible catchment area.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Latest Matric results if currently in Matric.
- Matric certificate if Matric has already been completed.
- Full academic record or transcripts if currently studying.
- Proof of address, such as a utility bill, bank statement or another document confirming the home address.
- Parent or guardian proof of household income.
- Latest payslips if the parent or guardian is employed.
- Affidavit if the parent or guardian is unemployed.
- Tertiary fee statement.
- Accommodation fee statement.
Applicants must also submit an affidavit confirming:
- That their permanent home residence falls within the eligible catchment area.
- That they do not have another source of funding.
- Whether this is the first time they are registered to study at a higher education institution.
How to Apply for Mulilo Bursary Programme 2027
Applications must be submitted online.
Click here to apply for Mulilo Bursary Programme 2027
Applicants should complete the online application and upload all required supporting documents before the closing date.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
31 October 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted according to the supplied information.
Enquiries
For assistance relating to the bursary application, contact Mulilo via WhatsApp:
083 666 8041
Important Application Notes
- The bursary is for the 2027 academic year.
- Students can apply for funding in any field of study.
- Applicants must live permanently in Emthanjeni, Renosterberg or Siyathemba municipality.
- Both current Matric learners and applicants who have already completed Matric may apply.
- Applicants may study at an accredited tertiary or trade institution.
- Funding includes tuition, textbooks, accommodation and a monthly stipend.
- Psycho-social support and academic tutoring are also provided.
- Proof of residence and household income documentation are required.
- Applications must be submitted online.
- Applications close on 31 October 2026.