Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary Scheme
North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal)
The Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary Scheme is the North West Provincial Government's flagship bursary, administered in-house by the Office of the Premier for permanent residents of the North West Province. It funds full-time undergraduate study at recognised South African public institutions, prioritising fields aligned to provincial development and skills needs. Renamed in 2022 to honour the late academic and struggle activist Victor Thebe Sifora, the scheme has cumulatively awarded roughly 4,870 bursaries worth around R405 million.
- Amount
- Not officially published as a fixed figure; awards cover full-time undergraduate study at public institutions. The provincial scheme has cumulatively awarded approximately 4,870 bursaries worth around R405 million to North West residents.
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Permanent resident of the North West Province (proof via a Traditional Authority or Municipality letter)
- ✓ In Matric or have completed Matric (a certified matric certificate is mandatory)
- ✓ Studying or intending to study full-time toward an undergraduate qualification
- ✓ Enrolled at or accepted by an accredited South African public tertiary institution
- ✓ Strong academic record, with priority given to financially needy applicants
- ✓ Demonstrated financial need (proof of parent/guardian income via payslips required)
What's Included
- ✓ Funding for full-time undergraduate studies at recognised South African public tertiary institutions
- ✓ Supports fields aligned to North West provincial development and skills priorities
How to Apply
Steps to complete your North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal) bursary application
- 1
Confirm the application window is open (the 2026 cycle opened October 2025 and closed 20 November 2025; the next cycle is expected to open around October 2026)
- 2
Visit the official NWPG online Bursary Application Portal at https://www.nwpg.gov.za/bursary_v2/public/index.php/
- 3
Register and complete the online application form in full
- 4
Upload all certified supporting documents, including proof of North West residence and proof of household income
- 5
Submit the application before the published closing date in mid-to-late November
- 6
Wait for shortlisting; shortlisted candidates are typically contacted by around March
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified matric certificate
- 📄 Certified academic results or transcripts
- 📄 Proof of parent/guardian income (payslips)
- 📄 Proof of North West Province residence (Traditional Authority or Municipality letter)
- 📄 Death certificates or affidavits where applicable
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who qualifies for the Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary?
- You must be a South African citizen and a permanent resident of the North West Province (proven via a Traditional Authority or Municipality letter). You must be in Matric or have completed Matric with a certified matric certificate, and be studying or intending to study full-time toward an undergraduate qualification at an accredited South African public tertiary institution. A strong academic record is required, with priority given to financially needy applicants.
- How much is the bursary worth?
- No fixed figure is officially published. The bursary covers full-time undergraduate study at recognised public institutions, supporting fields aligned to provincial development priorities. Across the years, the provincial scheme has cumulatively awarded approximately 4,870 bursaries worth around R405 million to North West residents.
- When does the bursary open and close?
- The scheme runs annually. Applications for the 2026 academic year opened in October 2025 and closed on 20 November 2025. The next (2027) cycle is expected to open around October 2026 with a similar mid-to-late November closing date. Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted by around March.
- How do I apply?
- Applications are submitted online through the official NWPG Bursary Application Portal at https://www.nwpg.gov.za/bursary_v2/public/index.php/. Register, complete the form in full, and upload all certified supporting documents, including proof of North West residence and household income, before the closing date. For queries, email [email protected].
When do 2027 applications open?
North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 20 November 2025. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal) before you rely on them.
Check North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal)'s official siteNeed help? Contact North West Provincial Government, Office of the Premier (administered in-house via the NWPG online Bursary Application Portal):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 018 388 1207 / 018 388 1099 / 018 388 1510 / 018 388 1259
Information verified 2025-11-20. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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