Wilmar SA invites South African students to apply for the Wilmar Bursary Programme 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 19 August 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
Fields of Study Covered
The Wilmar Bursary Programme 2027 is open to students entering their final year of undergraduate studies in the following fields:
- Accounting
- Agro-economics
- Econometrics
- Engineering
- Finance
- Human Resources Management
- International Trade
- Operations Management
- Production Management
- Marketing or sales-related qualifications
- Supply Chain
What the Wilmar Bursary Covers
The bursary provides financial assistance for the following:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Book allowance
- Living allowance
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Wilmar Bursary South Africa 2027, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be a Historically Disadvantaged Person (HDP) and/or from an underprivileged background
- Must currently be enrolled for an undergraduate qualification in one of the listed fields
- Must be entering final year of undergraduate studies in 2027
- Must be studying at an accredited South African higher education institution
- Must have achieved a minimum average of 70% in the most recent examinations
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Academic performance
- Financial need
- Academic potential
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks after the closing date. If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Required Documents
Applicants may need to submit supporting documents including:
- Certified copy of ID
- Latest academic results
- Proof of registration
- Proof of household income
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
How to Apply
Apply for the Wilmar Bursary South Africa 2027
About Wilmar
Wilmar International is one of the world’s leading agribusiness groups operating across the agricultural commodity value chain. In South Africa, Wilmar operates in sectors including edible oils, sugar, and consumer food products while supporting education and youth development initiatives through bursary programmes.