iNdalo Water Technologies invites South African students to apply for the Indalo Education Bursary 2026.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 1 March 2026
Study Level: Undergraduate & Postgraduate (Honours, Masters, PhD)
Study Location: Recognised universities in South Africa
About Indalo Education Fund
The Indalo Education Fund was established by the Indalo Education Fund, founded by iNdalo Water Technologies (Pty) Ltd.
The name “iNdalo” means nature or environment in isiXhosa and isiZulu, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions.
Through this bursary, the Foundation supports young South Africans pursuing careers that contribute to sustainability, engineering, environmental management, and water governance.
Fields Covered by the Indalo Education Bursary 2026
Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in the following sectors vital to the water industry:
Commerce & Economics
- Finance
- Supply Chain
- Project Management
- Economics (Water Sector Focus)
Engineering & Technology
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Environmental Management
- Sustainability
- Conservation
- Resource Management
Health & Public Administration
- Public Health
- Development Studies
- Governance
Humanities & Social Sciences
- Policy
- Law
- Communications
- Community Development
Natural & Applied Sciences
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Environmental Science
- Earth Sciences
What the Bursary Covers
Undergraduate Students
- Full tuition fees for the duration of studies
- Books and equipment allowance
- Access to industry mentorship programmes
- Internship opportunities at water facilities
Postgraduate Students
- Full tuition fees
- Research costs and living allowance
- Access to laboratories and research networks
- Funding for conferences and journal publications
- Industry placement opportunities
Eligibility Requirements
Undergraduate Applicants Must:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
- Have completed Matric
- Be studying or intending to study in an approved field
- Have a strong academic record (minimum 60% average)
- Demonstrate financial need
- Show interest in contributing to the water sector
Postgraduate Applicants Must:
- Be studying towards Honours, Masters, or PhD
- Have a minimum 65% academic average
- Be enrolled at a South African university
- Have a research proposal relevant to the water sector
- Demonstrate commitment to the water sector
Failure to meet all criteria may result in disqualification.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit certified copies of:
- South African ID
- Undergraduate: Matric certificate
- Undergraduate: Full academic record (if currently studying)
- Postgraduate: Full academic record
- Postgraduate: Research proposal relevant to the water sector
- Proof of university registration or enrollment
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online:
Applications must be submitted online at:
Undergraduate bursary: Indalo Education Bursary Application 2026: Undergraduate
Postgraduate bursary: Indalo Education Bursary Application 2026: Postgraduate
Applicants will be required to create an account before they can login and apply.
Closing Date
1 March 2026
Late applications will not be accepted.
Contact Details
For enquiries regarding this bursary:
Email: applications@indaloeducation.co.za
Why Apply?
- Full financial support for your qualification
- Industry mentorship and internship exposure
- Research and conference funding (postgraduate level)
- Opportunity to build a career in the water and environmental sector
- Support from a respected environmental engineering company
If you are passionate about sustainability, water management, and environmental impact, this bursary could support your academic journey in 2026.