Kagiso Trust Education Development Trust Bursary
The Kagiso Trust Education Development Trust Bursary is a comprehensive, full-cost bursary for academically strong South African students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing an undergraduate degree at a South African university. It covers tuition, textbooks, accommodation, transport and related expenses for the full 3-4 year degree, and adds mentorship and alumni network support. The Trust funds study across several priority fields, including the natural sciences, commerce, law, health sciences and teacher training.
Eligible Fields of Study
Kagiso Trust (Education Development unit, administered in-house) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ From a disadvantaged background or community (financial need)
- ✓ Studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree at a South African university
- ✓ Strong to exceptional academic performance
- ✓ Demonstrated leadership potential
- ✓ Proof of acceptance or registration at a South African university
What's Included
- ✓ Covers university tuition fees
- ✓ Textbooks and educational equipment
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Transport
- ✓ Funding sustained across the full 3-4 year undergraduate degree
- ✓ Mentorship and alumni network support
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Kagiso Trust (Education Development unit, administered in-house) bursary application
- 1
Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria (SA citizen, disadvantaged background, strong academic record and leadership potential)
- 2
Visit the Kagiso Trust Education Development Trust Bursary page for the latest application details and forms
- 3
Complete the application for the relevant academic year, indicating your chosen field of study
- 4
Attach all supporting documents, including certified ID, academic results and proof of household income
- 5
Submit before the closing date (applications typically open around August and close around October)
- 6
Await communication from the Trust regarding shortlisting, interviews and the outcome
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of your South African ID
- 📄 Latest academic results (matric / Grade 12 results or university academic transcript)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a South African university
- 📄 Proof of household income or supporting documents showing financial need
- 📄 A motivation letter or statement covering academic achievement and leadership potential
- 📄 Certified copies of parents' or guardians' IDs and proof of income where required
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who qualifies for the Kagiso Trust Education Development Trust Bursary?
- South African citizens from disadvantaged backgrounds who are studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree at a South African university. Applicants must show strong to exceptional academic performance, demonstrated leadership potential and financial need. The Trust supports several priority fields, including natural sciences, commerce, law, health sciences, social work, communication, architecture and teacher training.
- What does the bursary cover?
- It is a comprehensive, full-cost bursary covering university tuition, textbooks and educational equipment, accommodation, transport and related study expenses. Funding is sustained across the full 3-4 year undergraduate degree, and recipients also receive mentorship and alumni network support. A specific Rand value is not officially published, as the support is intended to cover the full cost of study.
- When is the application deadline?
- Exact 2026/2027 dates are not officially published on the Kagiso Trust site. According to reputable bursary aggregators, applications typically open around August and close around October each year for the following year's intake. Verify the current dates directly with the Trust before applying.
- Is this the same as the Kagiso Trust Eric Molobi Scholarship?
- No. This is a single multi-field undergraduate bursary covering subjects such as natural sciences, commerce, law and teacher training. It is distinct from the Kagiso Trust Eric Molobi Scholarship Programme, which focuses on engineering and commerce and is tied to the Beyers Naude Schools Development Programme. They are run as separate programmes.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 31 October 2025
Apply on Kagiso Trust (Education Development unit, administered in-house)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Kagiso Trust (Education Development unit, administered in-house):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 (0) 11 566 1900
Information verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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