Momentum Investments Phambili 2.0 Bursary Programme
The Phambili 2.0 Bursary Programme funds high-achieving BCom students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing commerce-related degrees at accredited South African public universities. It covers full study costs and feeds successful graduates into the Phambili internship programme at Momentum Investments for a career in the investment business.
Eligible Fields of Study
Momentum Investments (Momentum Group) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ From a previously disadvantaged background
- ✓ Enrolled in or planning to enrol for an undergraduate BCom degree
- ✓ Entering 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of study in the application year
- ✓ Studying or accepted at a recognised, accredited South African public university
- ✓ Minimum overall academic average of 75% in the previous year of study
- ✓ Combined household income below R600,000 per year (per directory sources)
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fees
- ✓ Textbooks
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Pathway into the Phambili internship programme at Momentum Investments after graduation
Work Commitment
Successful graduates progress into the Phambili internship programme at Momentum Investments, building toward a career in the investment business.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Momentum Investments (Momentum Group) bursary application
- 1
Watch the Momentum Investments transformation page for the next bursary cycle to open (a 2027 cycle is expected to open from mid-year)
- 2
Complete the online application via the official Microsoft Forms portal linked from the Momentum Investments page
- 3
Upload your supporting documents, including ID, academic record and proof of household income
- 4
Submit your application before the closing date
- 5
Wait for feedback from the Momentum Investments bursary team (applicants with no feedback by the stated date should consider their application unsuccessful)
- 6
Shortlisted candidates are assessed and selected by Momentum Investments
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Matric certificate or latest Grade 12 results
- 📄 Full academic record / latest university transcript
- 📄 Proof of registration or acceptance at an accredited South African public university
- 📄 Proof of combined household income
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who qualifies for the Momentum Phambili 2.0 Bursary?
- South African citizens from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who are entering 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of an undergraduate BCom degree at an accredited South African public university, with a minimum overall average of 75% in their previous year of study. Directory sources also note a combined household income threshold below R600,000 per year.
- What does the Phambili 2.0 Bursary cover?
- It is a full-cost bursary covering tuition fees, textbooks and accommodation. Graduates also gain a pathway into the Phambili internship programme at Momentum Investments for a career in the investment business.
- When does the Momentum Phambili Bursary close?
- The 2026 academic-year cycle closed on 31 October 2025, with applicants who received no feedback by 31 December 2025 advised to consider their application unsuccessful. This is a recurring annual programme, so a 2027 cycle is expected to open later (typically mid-year). Applications are submitted exclusively online.
- How do I apply for the Phambili Bursary?
- Applications are submitted online only, via the Microsoft Forms portal linked from the Momentum Investments transformation page. For queries you can email [email protected].
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 31 October 2025
Apply on Momentum Investments (Momentum Group)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Momentum Investments (Momentum Group):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0860 111 899
Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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