Southern Sphere Platinum invites South African students from local communities in the Sekhukhune District to apply for the Bursary Programme 2026.
Bursary Application Opening Date: 13 March 2026
Bursary Application Closing Date: 6 April 2026
Bursary Location: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo, South Africa
About Southern Sphere Platinum
Southern Sphere Platinum is a prospecting and mine development company with mineral rights for platinum group metals and chrome in the Steelpoort area. The company is currently developing an open-pit mining operation and is committed to local skills development and community upliftment through education support initiatives such as this bursary programme.
About the Southern Sphere Platinum Bursary 2026
Southern Sphere Platinum is inviting students from local communities in the Sekhukhune District to apply for its bursary programme for the 2026 academic year.
The bursary aims to support academically strong students in fields linked to mining, engineering, science, law and technology. The programme is also intended to improve employability after graduation and contribute to local human capital development.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary may be awarded for studies in the following fields:
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Management
- Ecology
- Conservation Biology
- Mining Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Geology
- Legal
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Data Science
What the Bursary Covers
The Southern Sphere Platinum bursary provides financial support of up to R200 000 per student.
The bursary may cover:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation at university residence or approved accommodation
- Prescribed textbooks
- Meal allowance
The bursary does not cover previous years’ outstanding fees.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must come from local communities in the Sekhukhune District
- Must already be enrolled as a second-year student
- Must be studying one of the listed fields
- Must have achieved a minimum average of 60% across all first-year subjects
- Must be studying at one of the following universities:
- University of Limpopo
- North-West University
- University of the Witwatersrand
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Pretoria
Applicants who are already receiving another bursary will not be considered.
Preference may be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit certified copies of the following:
- South African ID document
- Matric certificate
- Full academic record for first-year studies
- Proof of university acceptance or registration
- Proof that the applicant comes from the Sekhukhune District
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Southern Sphere Platinum Bursary South Africa 2026: bursaries@southernsphere.co.za
Email address: bursaries@southernsphere.co.za
There is no application form for this bursary.
Interested applicants must apply by email and submit all required supporting documents together with a cover note explaining why they should be considered for the bursary.
Applications must be received no later than 17:00 on 6 April 2026.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for additional assessments, including:
- Psychometric tests
- Interviews
If you do not receive feedback within 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Further Terms and Conditions
Shortlisted applicants will be provided with further terms and conditions of the bursary.