WSB Cares, the Corporate Social Investment arm of World Sports Betting, invites eligible ICT graduates to apply for the WSB Cares 2026 Bursary.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 18 February 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
Introduction
WSB Cares, the Corporate Social Investment arm of World Sports Betting, invites eligible ICT graduates to apply for the WSB Cares 2026 Bursary.
This bursary is specifically designed to assist ICT graduates who have completed their degrees but are unable to graduate or receive their qualification certificates due to outstanding tuition fees. The initiative aims to remove financial barriers that prevent talented graduates from fully accessing employment opportunities within the ICT sector.
About WSB Cares
WSB Cares is committed to uplifting communities across South Africa through:
- Grassroots sports development
- Sponsorship of local soccer teams
- Charitable and disaster relief initiatives
- Educational support, bursaries and learnerships
Through this bursary, WSB Cares continues its mission of empowering young South Africans and promoting access to meaningful career pathways.
About the Bursary Opportunity
The WSB Cares 2026 Bursary provides financial support to:
- Settle outstanding tertiary tuition fees
- Unlock graduation or certification
- Enable graduates to formally receive their qualifications
This funding is aimed at supporting graduates in entering the ICT job market with confidence and without financial burdens holding them back.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in ICT
- Have outstanding tuition fees preventing graduation or certification
- Achieved a minimum 70% academic average
- Be a South African citizen
- Be an EE/AA student (Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply)
Degrees Funded
WSB Cares will fund the following qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Systems
- Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Application Development
- Bachelor of Data Engineering
- Or any related ICT degree
Required Documents
Applicants must submit PDF copies of the following documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID (certified within the last 3 months)
- Parent/Guardian proof of income (payslips, bank statements, or relevant letters issued within the last 3 months)
- Certified copy of Parent/Guardian ID (certified within the last 3 months)
- Latest academic record stamped by the institution (certified within the last 3 months)
- Proof of outstanding tuition fees (statement of account)
- Institution’s official banking details
Important Notes
- All documents must be certified within the last 3 months.
- Academic transcripts and tuition statements must bear the institution’s official stamp.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Interested graduates must complete the online application and upload all required supporting documents.
👉 Click here to apply for the WSB Cares 2026 Bursary
Closing Date
18 February 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline to ensure their application is considered.