Royal Bafokeng Holdings invites unemployed South African students from the Royal Bafokeng Nation to apply for the RBH Bursary Programme 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026 at 23:59
Bursary Location: Royal Bafokeng Nation, North West, South Africa
Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary South Africa 2027
Royal Bafokeng Holdings is inviting eligible students to apply for the RBH Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
The bursary is aimed at unemployed South African students who reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation in the North West province and plan to study towards an Accounting Sciences qualification in the Chartered Accountant stream.
This opportunity is suitable for students who want to pursue a career as a Chartered Accountant and have been accepted at a SAICA-recognised public university in South Africa.
Field of Study Covered
The RBH Bursary will support students who intend to study towards:
Accounting Sciences.
Chartered Accountant stream.
Applicants must be entering their first year of study in 2027.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by no later than 31 August 2026.
Applicants who do not receive feedback by this date should regard their application as unsuccessful.
All submitted documents will undergo a verification and vetting process.
Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit copies of their parents’ or guardians’ ID documents.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens.
Applicants must reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation in the North West province.
Applicants must be under the age of 35.
Applicants must be currently unemployed.
Applicants must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
Applicants must have achieved a minimum of Level 5 for Mathematics in Matric.
Mathematical Literacy and Technical Mathematics learners will not be considered.
Applicants must have achieved a minimum of Level 5 for English in Matric.
Applicants must have achieved a minimum of Level 5 for Accounting in Matric.
Applicants must intend to study towards an Accounting Sciences qualification in the Chartered Accountant stream.
Applicants must have been accepted to study at a SAICA-recognised and registered public university in South Africa.
Applicants must be entering their first year of study in 2027.
Applicants must not be receiving any other bursary, student financial aid support or NSFAS funding for the 2027 academic year.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit clear copies of the following supporting documents with the online application:
Certified copy of ID document, not older than 3 months.
Grade 11 results and Matric Term 1 to Term 3 results.
Certified Matric certificate, once received.
Proof of provisional or official acceptance at a SAICA-accredited public South African university.
Proof of residence, also known as Lekwalo la Kgosana, not older than 3 months.
Brief Curriculum Vitae.
Motivational letter to support the application.
Applicants must ensure that all required documents are submitted. Missing documents may lead to disqualification.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary South Africa 2027.
Applications must be submitted online through the official RBH bursary application form.
Applicants should complete all required sections and upload all supporting documents before submitting the application.
Important Notes
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
Applicants must not be receiving NSFAS or any other bursary funding for the 2027 academic year.
Only students entering first year in 2027 will be considered.
All documents will be verified and vetted.
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
Applicants who do not receive feedback by 31 August 2026 should consider their application unsuccessful.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary South Africa 2027 is 31 July 2026 at 23:59.
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date to ensure that their applications are considered.
Final Thoughts
The Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary South Africa 2027 is a valuable opportunity for unemployed students from the Royal Bafokeng Nation who want to pursue Accounting Sciences in the Chartered Accountant stream.
Eligible students who meet the academic and residency requirements should apply online before 31 July 2026 at 23:59.