Letsatsi Borutho Trust Bursary
Letsatsi Borutho Trust (Droogfontein Solar Power)
The Letsatsi Borutho Trust, linked to the Droogfontein Solar Power plant near Kimberley, funds students living within 50km of the plant. The bursary is open to all fields of study and covers degrees, national diplomas and NQF level 6 TVET programmes, making it one of the more accessible community bursaries in the Northern Cape.
- Amount
- Full cost of study
- Deadline
- 30 September 2026
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Letsatsi Borutho Trust (Droogfontein Solar Power) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Resident within 50 kilometres of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant
- ✓ Accepted into a recognised South African tertiary or training institution
- ✓ Public or private university, university of technology or TVET college all qualify
- ✓ Applicants who completed their NSC or NTC in previous years may also apply
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees covered
- ✓ Accommodation support
- ✓ Books and stationery allowance
- ✓ Support across all fields of study
- ✓ Open to both university and TVET students
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Letsatsi Borutho Trust (Droogfontein Solar Power) bursary application
- 1
Obtain the Letsatsi Borutho Trust application form
- 2
Confirm that your home address falls within 50km of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant
- 3
Complete the form and attach all certified supporting documents
- 4
Submit before 30 September 2026
- 5
Attend an interview if shortlisted
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Certified matric results or latest academic record
- 📄 Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution
- 📄 Proof of residential address
- 📄 Proof of household income
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the Letsatsi Borutho Trust bursary?
- South African citizens living within 50 kilometres of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant who have been accepted into a recognised tertiary or training institution.
- Which fields of study are funded?
- All fields of study are eligible, whether you are pursuing a degree, a national diploma or an NQF level 6 technical and vocational programme.
- Can I apply if I matriculated a few years ago?
- Yes. Applicants who completed their National Senior Certificate or National Technical Certificate in previous years are encouraged to apply.
- Does the bursary cover TVET college study?
- Yes. TVET colleges are explicitly included alongside public and private universities and universities of technology.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 30 September 2026
Apply on Letsatsi Borutho Trust (Droogfontein Solar Power)'s official siteInformation verified 2026-07-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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