Category: South Africa Bursary

IMPLATS BURSARY PLAN!

Implats Bursary for candidates with leadership potential 

Implats bursaries are open to all candidates meeting the minimum criteria of a university exemption pass and a minimum C symbol in mathematics and science. Our bursaries cover:

  • Registration and tuition fees for the duration of the course
  • Residence fees
  • Cash allowance
  • Personal computer allowance from second year of study

Should you be awarded an Implats bursary, you will be required to work for the company for the full period of the bursary and to undertake vacation work at the company at the end of each year.

Implats offers bursaries in various fields:

  • Engineering
    • Mining
    • Metallurgy
    • Chemical
    • Mechanical
    • Electrical (heavy current)
  • Chemistry to honours level
  • Geology to honours level
  • Accounting to honors level
  • Survey
  • Human Resources Bcom to honors level

 

Bursary application

Please print and complete the application form to be submitted with copies of the following documents:
IMPORTANT:
  • Your CV
  • ID document (certified)
  • Proof of latest results (certified)

Please post your application to:

THE TRAINING MANAGER – BURSARIES, PO BOX 5683, RUSTENBURG, 0300

What we are looking for

Implats is looking for people who

  • are able to work under pressure
  • have leadership potential, combined with the ability to work in a team
  • have good problem-solving abilities
  • are tenacious
  • have common sense
  • are able to make decisions and to think logically
  • are self-motivated, and
  • have good communication skills

How to apply for a bursary

If you meet the minimum criteria and you would like to apply for a bursary, please fill in the application form. For more information contact Kefiloe Seome on +27 14 569 0088

Source: www.implats.co.za/

Impala

Hans Merensky first discovered platinum in the Bushveld Igneous Complex in 1924. Impala was created in the mid 1960’s to house Union Corporation’s platinum interests. At that time a prospecting permit was acquired and initial production commenced in 1969. Initially Impala mined the Merensky Reef and mining on the UG2 chromitite layer only began in the early 1980’s as the technology to smelt higher chrome ore was developed. By the early 1990’s Impala was producing in the region of 1 million platinum ounces per annum. A mining lease over land predominantly owned by the Bafokeng Tribe (now the Royal Bafokeng Nation (RBN)) was originally granted in 1968. A landmark agreement securing Impala’s access to these mineral rights for a period of 40 years was signed with the RBN in February 1999. In terms of this agreement, the RBN not only enjoyed royalties from metals mined in areas over which they hold mineral rights, but they also became a major shareholder in the holding company, Implats, with board representation. A new agreement finalised in early March 2007 resulted in the royalty being converted into equity making the RBN the group’s largest shareholder.

 

Impala is Implats’ primary operational unit and has operations situated on the Impala lease area on the western limb of the world-renowned Bushveld Complex near Rustenburg, and in Springs, east of Johannesburg. In FY2014, a year impacted by a five-month strike, Impala produced 411000 ounces of refined platinum. A strategic review is currently being undertaken and is scheduled to be completed by the end of December 2014. The results will be communicated in February 2015.

SAMRO – CATHSSETA

SAMRO – South Africa Music Rights Organisation

CATHSSETA

The SAMRO Foundation is awarding two SAMRO/RIESA Special Undergraduate Bursaries for study in music performance for the first time.

Eighteen candidates from nine South African universities were entered for the bursaries. They included students in jazz piano, trombone, trumpet and voice, African music, marimbas, drums, voice and dance, traditional bagpipes, and Western art music piano, voice and clarinet.

The bursaries have the value of R18 000 each and are available annually to undergraduate students who specialise in music performance in the Traditional, Jazz or Western Art Music genres. Candidates for the bursaries are nominated by the Heads and relevant members of staff of music departments of South African institutions of higher education from among the ranks of their students. The candidates are required to show merit in the field of performance in one or more of these genres. The winners are chosen by the Artistic Committee of the SAMRO Foundation which takes into consideration such criteria as standard of performance, year of study and perceived financial need. In the event that there are no suitable candidates, the bursaries are carried over to the following year.

 

 

BACKGROUND

The Roodepoort International Eisteddfod of South Africa (RIESA) was a now-deregistered Section 21 not-for-profit organisation which, from 1981 to 1997, ran nine biennial international music competitions for amateur performers in Roodepoort.

In 2010, RIESA made a bequest of R700 000 to the SAMRO Endowment for the National Arts (SENA) – now the SAMRO Foundation – to establish and administer undergraduate bursaries for studies in music performance in South Africa. As with the many other bequests which the Foundation administers – including, among others, those from Ralph Trewhela, Eve Gettleson, Esme Webb, Maisie Flink, NOASA (the National Opera Association of South Africa) and Bonhams Auctioneers – the funds are invested and the interest is distributed as bursaries for music study in various fields.

For more information, contact Naseema Yusuf at the SAMRO Foundation on 011 712 8417, naseema.yusuf@samro.org.za

Bursaries awarded to women in property

The Women’s Property Network (WPN) was established in early 2000 to create a forum for women in a predominantly male industry to join together to exchange information, develop business contacts and enhance professional success.

WPN bursaries awarded to women in property

Since 2008 WPN has awarded bursaries to female students studying towards a property related degree or diploma.

This year has been no exception, and a total of 13 bursaries totalling in excess of R500 000 (tuition and learning material fees) have been awarded to the students studying at various institutions across the country.

All the applicants were deserving in terms of personal circumstances, had achieved in excess of 60 percent average and showed a passion for the property industry. The WPN did not have sufficient funds to award all of the bursaries, and embarked on a fund raising initiative in February to register the WPN as a charity entry into the Two Oceans Marathon, and friends of WPN ran to support the charity.

Companies within the property industry were also challenged by Amelia Beattie, one of the Educational Trust’s Trustees, to pledge support to WPN for the awarding of 2014 bursaries. The response was overwhelming and within 48 hours of the request having been made, over R200 000 had been pledged.

In addition to these pledges, Delta Property Fund also made a significant contribution of R500 000 to the Educational Trust, thereby ensuring that all thirteen bursaries could be awarded.

This is according to WPN Chair, Sanett Uys, who says they have been overwhelmed by the generous support of companies in the industry and the WPN members who have contributed in their personal capacities. “On behalf of the WPN Executive, I would like to thank contributors for their support. The WPN Educational Trust is a special initiative, and one which has been nurtured for many years so as to ensure that young female graduates take their place in the industry and are able to make a meaningful contribution.”

Source: www.property24.com

Diba Letsoalo says the investment in her education is an investment into her future and hopes its an investment into the property sector.

Of the bursaries awarded, here are responses from some of the students:

Andrica Lekganyane

“I would like to thank all the funders for affording me the opportunity to study a Property related course and for the confidence they have in developing future female property leaders. It is an honour to be the recipient of a WPN bursary. You educate a woman, you educate the nation. Thank you Women’s Property Network for the generosity extended to the future of this country.”

Aqeelah Johaar

“I’d like to thank each and every one who made this bursary possible. Words cannot describe what it means to me and how grateful I am to be given an opportunity to be part of the very few lucky ones who received this bursary. Not only does this mean that I can study in peace without worrying about funding but it also means that I have an incentive to work harder knowing that people went to a great deal of effort for me to be awarded this bursary.”

Bonette Kehuptse

“This means that I am now able to pay for my tuition for my Honours year and buy textbooks that I would have otherwise not been able to afford. This also means that I have a more peaceful semester and not have to worry about outstanding fees and not being allowed to graduate at the end of the year.”

Azra Mia

Tintswalo Chauke says this will encourage her to work harder so that she can also give back to the fellow women who are in the property industry.

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone involved in awarding this bursary to me. University is an expensive endeavour. However, with your generosity, the financial burden upon my family and I has decreased drastically and will allow for me to pursue my dreams without too much stress. Thank you for recognising the need for bursaries around my chosen degree as they are very scarce. Thanks to Women’s Property Network and all donors’ contributions to the Educational Trust. I hope to be able to pay this kind act forward in the future.”

Thandiwe Gumede

“Receiving a bursary from the Women’s Property Network has provided me with relief from financial strain and looming debt traps that are disguised in well packaged loan offers. The freedom that this bursary is offering me is immeasurable and its effects will be felt well after the completion of my post-graduate studies.

“In addition to this, I am grateful for the investment in me and my career, as well as the opportunity to be mentored by women who are successfully making a mark in the property industry. Education remains the most powerful tool we have to rebuild our country with and to ensure sustainable transformation. I am excited to be a part of the change and to play my part in the rebuilding process.”

In addition to the awarding of the bursaries, the WPN through its regional chapters and committees will support these students by ensuring regular contact to discuss study material and any problem areas that may have arisen and will engage with the students at the networking events so that they have access to women active in the industry.

IDC awards bursaries to students

IDC awards bursary to deserving students

 

Ecstatic 18 year old Mudanalo Mulaudzi believes she is heading for a bright and successful future. Her life took a turn for the better last month, when she heard she would receive a bursary from the Industrial Development Corporation.

“It’s a blessing for me and a dream come true. I have always wanted to study accounting science at the University of Witwatersrand,” says Mulaudzi, who wrote matric at Tshiitwa Secondary School in Limpopo.

Mulaudzi, who grew up in rural Limpopo, says getting the scholarship is a ticket out of poverty. She hopes to join the growing number of black female chartered accountants in the country. “I want to work hard in my studies and prove to everyone else that anything in life is possible.”

She was one of the 72 students who were awarded bursaries by the IDC as part of its corporate social investment programme. They were congratulated at a ceremony on 23 January at the IDC headquarters in Sandton. The bursaries will pay for their tuition, books, meals and accommodation during their studies.

Speaking at the ceremony, IDC divisional executive for agro and new industries Khumo Morolo encouraged the students to work hard in achieving their dreams and not to listen to naysayers. “You are important to us and the future of the country and without your success we are clearly doomed,” said Morolo.

Source: www.idc.co.za

A former bursary beneficiary, Awonke Tshefu, spoke of how the scholarship had helped him continue his studies in chemistry at Fort Hare University. Tshefu, who received a bursary in 2014, had almost dropped out of his studies because he could not afford the tuition fees for his second year.

He thanked the IDC for helping him and encouraged the new bursary recipients to work hard. “Life became much easier when I was awarded a scholarship by the IDC. I focused more on my books and no longer had to worry about where my next meal was going to come from.”

Chief executive officer Geoffrey Qhena encouraged the students to take advantage of the opportunity and to use education to become globally competitive. “You have not arrived yet; it is just the beginning. We will support you as long as you play your part,” he said.

During the ceremony, 12 top performers from universities around the country, who were also on IDC bursaries, received certificates and iPads for their hard work.

 

Ashley Bridget Wilton, who is in her second year at the University of Cape Town, received an IDC bursary in 2016 for her first year of studies. She is currently doing an engineering degree in geomatics. “It feels great to be acknowledged for my hard work.”

About 272 students are on the IDC bursary programme and R14-million will be spent on meeting their needs this year.

SANZAF – Bursary Succes Stories

SANZAF students make their mark.

SANZAF – Bursary Succes Stories

The South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF) is a faith based organization that organizes a number of outreach activities and extends its services throughout the country. Besides assisting those in need, SANZAF strives to empower, develop and nurture the youth across the Peninsula through the SANZAF Education Empowerment and Development (SEED) programme. The programme focuses on Early Childhood Development, Youth and Community Development, Islamic Studies, Vocational Training and Higher Education. Based on a stringent criteria, SANZAF supports students in need of financial assistance for further studies, allowing them to venture off into a brighter future without the strain of financial difficulty and armed to face the world of work.

Students share some insightful thoughts on their experiences…

To contribute financially or in kind to a SANZAF project or programme, contact 0861 726 923

Succes Stories

 

Talha Bakharia

Successful Forensic Accounting major Talha Bakharia graduated from North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom- He describes the trials and tribulations of life as a student and elaborates the importance of having a vision.

“It took me 5 years to obtain my Honours Degree and I’ll never forget that moment when I failed my major- the pass rate was 50% and I needed 3%. My lecturer advised that I repeat the year,”

explains Bakharia who eventually graduated with an Honours Degree from North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom.

He adds that he appreciates his accomplishment more because, according to him, there was no “easy way out”.

Furthermore Bakharia first came to hear of SANZAF’s Education Empowerment Development (SEED) bursary programme by a family member who recommended him to apply for a SANZAF bursary.

“I know SANZAF aims to uplift and empower the Muslim youth so I applied for a bursary,”

says Bakharia, who believes that financial difficulty should never be an issue for students who are eager and willing to learn.

“People and organizations will assist you if you are determined to learn- so show it!”

Ishrath Kalib

Bcom Accounting graduate Ishrath Kalib is now doing her practical training as well as her Honours degree part time at the University of South Africa (UNISA).

“I would like to thank the South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF) for the endless support towards my studies, both financially and morally. Without the help of SANZAF and their tireless effort, I would not have been able to obtain my degree. I believe in giving back in many ways and Inshallah, help students like myself in the future.”

Sameera Sayed

Sameera Sayed has completed her Bachelor of Social Science (B.Soc.Sc. or B.Soc.Sci.) degree and intends to do her Honours full time.

“I always intended to study further and do my best so I stand a better chance of employment. SANZAF has made that possible for me and I am truly grateful to SANZAF for the financial help and guidance.”

Rokeiya Letala

Rokeiya Letala is a student majoring in Taxation at the University of Pretoria. Growing up without a father in Witsrandjies, a village in the North West, with 4 siblings can be fairly daunting for many.

“I needed to be sure that the organization sponsoring my studies is not Riba based. My brother then informed me about SANZAF who supports those in need as well as academically deserving students. Through the will and grace of the almighty, SANZAF gave me the opportunity to complete my degree in an honest manner within the folds of Islam.”

She added that her reason to study Bcom Honors in Taxation stems from her eagerness to benefit and educate her community about tax.

“Taxation is a very exciting field of study- in particular; it is something high in demand in our country and is also one of the biggest source of income. It is fairly fascinating and interesting to know just how, why and where the government makes money through the laws of tax.

“Success isn’t only at a certain point in life- it is a continuous journey. Let the principles of Islam guide you in your decisions- don’t ever lose yourself, stay true to yourself, stick to your values and you will come out tops!”

CATHSSETA Bursary Programme

The CATHSSETA bursary should be used to pay (tuition), fees, textbooks, accommodation, meals and other course related costs.

Who, When and How to apply?

CATHSSETA bursaries are being offered as Discretionary Grant which can be applied for during Discretionary Grant Window Period in April and September annually. The discretionary grant shall be paid to legal persons including:

  • A public education and training institution
  • An employer or enterprise within the jurisdiction of a SETA, including an employer or enterprise not required to pay a skills development levy in terms of the Skills Development Levies Act.
  • Other legal person contemplated in the grant Regulation’s Section 6(7) that meets the criteria for the payment of such.
  • Relevant government Department paying admission fee to CATHSSETA and submitting WSP and ATR within the time frames prescribed in the Grant Regulation 4(2) and 4(3)

Employed and unemployed learners that have enrolled, or are in the process of enrolling as a full-time or part-time student at any South African Public University, University of Technology, or FET College are eligible for the grant. This Bursary is restricted to learners who have enrolled for qualifications related to the following CATHSSETA sectors which seek to address the Scarce and critical Skills identified in the CATHSSETA Sector Skills Plan:

  • Arts and Culture
  • Hospitality
  • Tourism
  • Conservation
  • Gaming and Lottery
  • Sports and Recreation

All completed application forms will be evaluated by the CATHSSETA and successful applicants, will be notified thereafter.

Enquiries can be directed to Ms Lebogang Mpye on (011) 217 0600 or email : lebohangm@cathsseta.org.za

Source: www.cathsseta.org.za

 

CATHSSETA Bursary Programme

The CATHSSETA  has identified as one of its strategic objectives the need to support learners who have either  received acceptance letter or have already started studying at any South African Public Institution by offering learners bursaries to further their studies. The programme is addressing Output 4.2.3.2 of the National Skills Development Strategy III. The CATHSSETA bursary grant can be used to pay study fees, textbooks, accommodation, meals and other related costs.

 

The CATHSSETA bursary is available to:

Learners that have enrolled, or are in the process of enrolling as a full-time or part-time student at a any South African Public University, University of Technology, or FET College. This Bursary is restricted to learners who have enroll in the qualifications related to the following CATHSSETA chambers which seek to address the Scarce and critical Skills identified in the CATHSSETA Sector Skills Plan:

  • Arts and Culture
  • Hospitality
  • Tourism
  • Conservation
  • Gamming and Lottery
  • Sports and Recreation

 

Who is eligible?

CATHSSETA offers assistance to those parents whose income is such that they would not otherwise be able to pay the full fees of their children’s education. The awards are also based on the learner’s performance. The bursary continues for every year in which the learner remains enrolled. However it is re-assessed by the CATHSSETA Bursary committee annually. The bursary application form can be found within the CATHSSETA Bursary Division upon request.

 

When and How to apply?:

 Cathsseta has an opening bursary application period towards the end of each year. Again partnerships are formed with Government Institutions to provide CATHSSETA with suitable learners enrolled on qualifications related to the sectors.  Learners are to complete application forms which will be evaluated by the Cathsseta Bursary Committee. If the learner is successful they will be offered a bursary

 

 

R5m in bursaries awarded in built environment

Bursaries awared

Forty matriculants from schools across South Africa have received bursaries totalling R5-million to further their studies in the fields of the built environment from the Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with the Construction Education and Training Authority (Ceta).

 

Speaking at the event in Centurion on Tuesday, Public Works Minister Thulas Nxesi noted that each of the students would receive a R120 000 bursary, which would cover their studies at a tertiary institution, accommodation, textbooks and a monthly allowance.

 

“Money spent on the education of our children is not simply another expenditure and, therefore, a drain of the fiscus, but rather it must be seen as an investment in the lives of our learners. It must be seen as an investment in the economy and . . . in the future wellbeing of the society as a whole,” he added.

 

Careers in the built environment include civil, electrical, mechanical and chemical engineering; quantity surveying; property valuation; architecture; landscape architecture and town planning.

Of the 40 bursary recipients, 31 were from schools participating in the Department of Public Works schools programme.  Fifteen schools in Mthatha, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Polokwane, Mmabatho and Kimberley took part in the programme.  “The schools programme seeks to address . . . challenges and to promote teaching of maths and science, while opening up access to the built environment professions,” Nxesi noted.

 

In an attempt to address built environment skills shortages, the DPW adopted the Council for the Built Environment’s Skills Pipeline strategy, which comprises three intervention areas aimed at ensuring a seamless flow of professionals into the department.

Source: www.engineeringnews.co.za

This included the Push strategy, aimed at providing enough competent and skilled professionals in the built environment through supported and funded secondary and tertiary education programmes.

Nxesi explained that each student signed a contract with the department, which would see them work in the department for the same number of years it took them to complete their studies. He believed that this added practical value to the students’ careers.

Meanwhile, he called on parents to support their children while at primary and high school. “We want to promote parental participation; parents mustn’t just dump their kids at school and think that teachers are going to [perform] miracles. Parents must be there to support, discuss, exchange information and help [their children] deal with their problems,” Nxesi stressed.

Also speaking at the event, Ceta CEO Sonja Pilusa pointed out that the training authority had greatly contributed to the bursary scheme through its R50-million discretionary grant, which was aimed at supporting the implementation of all capacity building programmes in the DPW, including internships, artisan development programmes and schools programme.

Further, she noted that Ceta had allocated R1.2-billion in skills development over the last two years. “We have made the biggest allocation towards skills development out of the 21 sector education and training authorities (Setas); however, we are not the biggest Seta in terms of revenue,” Pilusa pointed out.

She added that in relation to bursaries, Ceta allocated R110-million in the last financial year, noting that these bursaries were divided among “quite a few” entities, mostly public, with R9-million was allocated to Public Works.

 

TURNAROUND STRATEGY

Nxesi told reporters that the schools programme formed part of the Public Works’ turnaround strategy, which was focused on streamlining activities, rooting out corruption, promoting efficient labour relations and generally targeting the challenges the department faced.

Last year, media reports stated that the department incurred a loss of R34.9-billion through irregular expenditure. Nxesi attributed the department’s overspending to a lack of skills and noted that the students presented with bursaries by the department would eventually supply these much-needed skills.

When asked if those without skills in the department were retrenched, Nxesi told Engineering News that the department was looking to retrain its staff through programmes, while those that could not be retrained, would possibly be redeployed in other positions. Nxesi added that retrenchment was not an option, as the department was grossly understaffed.

 

The retraining programme involved awarding bursaries to a group of employees, while some officials were placed in a candidacy programme.

 

PREVIOUS BURSARIES

Part of the Ceta grant was used in 2014 to award bursaries to 50 grade 12 learners under the DPW’s schools programme. Eighty-three more bursaries were awarded to students in their second, third and final year of studies. Nxesi said with regard to the 50 bursary recipients, a 75% success rate was achieved, with three students achieving between five and seven distinctions for their first-year studies. Of the 83 tertiary bursaries, 89% passed the subsequent year. However, Nxesi noted that the failure of the other students required analysis to identify the cause.

“Ideally, we don’t want anyone to fail,” he said.

 

AUDITOR GENERAL SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY APPLICATION

BURSARY APPLICATION

Requirements:

 

    • Must be studying or intending to study towards a qualification as a Chartered Accountant (i.e. BCom Accounting CA stream, Bachelor of Accounting CA stream and BCompt) at a University accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).

 

    • Bursary holders are required to serve articles / training contract with the organisation on completion of their studies as per the bursary contract.

 

    • Bursaries are awarded to South African citizens only. No bursary applications will be accepted from other nationalities.

All candidates must be:

 

    • Proficient in English with strong communication skill.

 

    • Have good interpersonal skills

 

    • Have a drive, determination and commitment to succeed.

 

    • Have strong leadership potential.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 students:

 

    • Must obtain matric exemption and university acceptance

 

    • Must obtain at least 60% for English

 

    • Must obtain at least 60% for Mathematics (not Maths literacy)

University students:

 

    • 1st year students:
      Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting

 

    • 2nd year students:
      Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting
      Obtain over 60% for Managerial Accounting

 

    • 3rd and Final year students:
      Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting
      Obtain over 60% for Managerial Accounting
      Obtain over 60% for Taxation
      Obtain over 60% for Auditing

*Must obtain over 60% pass in all subjects.

When does the application process open every year?: 01 Aug – 15 Sept

What does the bursary cover?: Tuition, accommodation & Books up to the annual limit. Annual limits escalate per year thus we do not have them on the webpage (like most companies do). Currently it is at R85 000.00 per year.

Source: www.sastudy.co.za

 

How does one apply for this bursary?:

Only online applications are accepted. The link is made active during the application period.

A bursary is a monetary award that is granted on the basis of financial need. Bursaries are different than scholarships. Scholarships are merit-based and are awarded for academic achievement. Bursaries are financial-need based awards that do not have to be repaid with money. However some bursaries require that you ‘pay back’ your bursary by committing to work at your benefactors company for a period of time, usually for the same amount of time that the bursary was supplied for.

The intention of the undergraduate bursary program is to supplement, not replace, students’ primary sources of funding.

5 tips to apply for a bursary

1. Be complete! The bursary committee has to read your application and make a decision. It’s hard to assess your situation if you’ve left information out.

2. Submit it on time. The deadline is important – late applications will not be considered.

3. Apply for government student financial assistance. Check to see what NSFAS has available at all times. Bursaries are typically issued to students who demonstrate the greatest financial need and receiving student aid is one of the easiest ways to show need.

4. Be realistic. When you are filling out the academic year budget, be realistic about how much you spend. Indicating that you spend R5000pm on entertainment might help show that you have more expenses than resources but it probably won’t get you a bursary.

5. Don’t forget your resources. Make sure you tell them how much money you have. If you tell them you have R20,000 worth of expenses and R150 worth of resources they’re going to think you forgot to fill in half the application.

Dell South Africa provides bursaries

Dell South Africa provides bursaries to university students

Dell South Africa aims to develop literate and connected communities and to bridge the gap between the “haves” and “haves-not”. Providing quality education is one way in which it strives to bridge this gap. A percentage of every rand spent by a Dell customer goes to the Dell Development Fund (DDF). Over the past few years, the DDF has engaged in bursary programmes with the University of the Western Cape (UWC), the University of Venda, and the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU). This year, again, the DDF will be providing more academically deserving students the opportunity to have a bursary education at these universities.

According to Natasha Reuben, Head of Transformation, Dell South Africa Development Fund: “Graduating students are also offered a one-year bursuries with us at Dell. As a team, we pride ourselves on focusing on real transformation within the communities we call home and are proud to be involved with these organisations. We will continue to work to ensure these initiatives deliver real value and real benefits, contributing to sustainable development and economic transformation in South Africa.

“In addition to providing their tuition fees, DDF supplies the students with a Dell laptop, campus residential fees, a monthly stipend and educational materials. We strive to cater for any need they will have during the course of their tertiary education, so that they can concentrate their energies at excelling academically,” adds Reuben.

On completion of their final year, the students are rewarded with a Dell-sponsored and hosted year-end function, where they have the opportunity to meet and network with Dell employees. This opportunity is created for the students in order for them to meet the Dell staff and celebrate their achievements.

Over the past nine years, the DDF, which has established a number of training programmes and initiatives directed towards equipping young adults with both life and educational skills, has again awarded bursaries to academically deserving students.

Source: www.dell.co.za

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SIR Undergraduate and Postgraduate Bursary Programme in South Africa, 2016

SIR Bursary Programme

Applications are invited for CSIR Bursary Programme from South African students. The CSIR Undergraduate Bursary Programme is open to all academically qualified young people and aims to attract and increase the participation of women and black people in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. The CSIR Postgraduate Bursary Programme is open to all academically qualified students and also aims to attract and increase participation of women and black people in STEM careers. This is a comprehensive bursary that covers all the costs associated with university studies for the duration of the approved degree programme.

Study Subject(s): Bursaries are awarded in STEM field (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
Course Level: Bursaries are available to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate programme.
Scholarship Provider: The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), South Africa
Scholarship can be taken at: South Africa

Eligibility:
Undergraduate Bursary: If candidate is a South African citizen successfully pursuing a degree in a STEM field at a South African university or a Grade 12 learner aiming to study for a degree in a STEM field in 2016, they are eligible to apply for the CSIR bursary.
-Grade 12 Learners: A minimum of a Level 5 for English First Language or a Level 4 for English Second Language in Grade 11. Preferably at least a Level 6 for Mathematics and Physical Science in Grade 11.
-University Students: Must have passed all courses for the study period already completed.
Postgraduate Bursary: The CSIR Postgraduate Bursary Programme is open to all academically qualified students and also aims to attract and increase participation of women and black people in STEM careers.

Scholarship Open for International Students:
South African students are eligible to apply for this CSIR bursary programme.

Scholarship Description: The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is one of the leading multidisciplinary research and development organisations in Africa with a sterling and proud track record of developing ‘Ideas that work’ to address a wide range of challenges. With some of the best and brightest minds in the world, we provide solutions that help improve the lives of all South Africans and make a significant contribution to the global wealth of scientific knowledge.

What does it cover? This is a comprehensive bursary that covers all the costs associated with university studies for the duration of the approved degree programme. Costs include registration fees, tuition fees, books, accommodation, living allowance and laptop allowance.

Source: www.scholarship-positions.com/

How to Apply: Applications should be send via e-mail and also by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15 June 2015.

 

ATNS Bursary

ATNS Bursary 

The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS Bursary) is offering bursaries to students who want to pursue careers in air traffic management.

ATNS External Corporate Communications, Percy Morokane said successful candidates will be granted once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCO), Assistant Air Traffic Control Officers (AATSO) and Aeronautical Information Management Officers (AIMO).

He said their programme provides each bursar with an opportunity to study at the Aviation Training Academy (ATA) in Bonaero Park, Ekurhuleni.

Requirements for prospective students:
Matric certificate with a pass in the following subjects: Pure Maths (Level 4 / HG – D or SG – C or above) and English (Level 4 / HG – D or SG – C or above)
South African citizen with a valid Identity Document
Candidate must be medically fit

 

 

Skills and Competencies
Good Communication skills
Analytical Skills
Problem solving skills
Teamwork and Multi-tasking skills
Quick decision making skills
Emotional intelligence
Spatial reasoning ability to include visualisation of future situations.
High self-esteem and confidence level

Interested applicants are requested to apply on-line at www.atns.co.za or fax their applications to 011 607 1508/ 1548/ 1531 before the closing date August 31, 2015. –

Source: www.SAnews.gov.za

WHAT WE DO

ATNS Bursary SOC Limited is responsible for air traffic control in approximately 10% of the world’s airspace. Our services extend further than the familiar air traffic control service, into the provision of vitally important aeronautical information used for all flight planning purposes as well as search and rescue coordination activities and the maintenance of a reliable navigation infrastructure.

Our operations further include:
  • The supply of aeronautical information services, technical maintenance and aerodrome services;
  • Alert, search and rescue co-ordination services;
  • Management of the flexible use of airspace through the Central Airspace Unit (CAMU);
  • Support for special events and special requirements such as test flights, demonstration flights, etc;
  • The implementation and maintenance of a terrestrial-based navigational structure;
  • The training of licensed air traffic controllers and technical staff through the Aviation Training Academy (ATA).

ATNS VALUES

  • Safety & customer satisfaction
  • Accountability
  • Continuous improvement & innovation
  • Employee engagement & development
  • Fairness & consistency
  • Open & effective communication

Vision
To be the preferred supplier of Air Traffic Management solutions and associated services to the African Continent and selected international markets.

Mission
To provide safe, expeditious and efficient Air Traffic Management solutions and associated services

All applications for the ATNS bursary must be serious.

 

SAPOA raises R40m for bursary fund

28 May 2015

SAPOA Bursary 

Amelia Beattie, Head of STANLIB Direct Property Investments (SDPI), has handed over the presidency of the South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) after a successful year, culminating in the raising of R40 million for the SAPOA bursary fund. This injection into the fund will allow 100 students to complete a four-year BSc degree.

This injection into the fund will allow 100 students to complete a four-year BSc degree.

The money was raised through a contribution by the Services SETA (SSETA) after negotiations with SAPOA in the past seven weeks.

This is according to Beattie, who says they are thrilled that they managed to exceed their original target of raising enough funding to educate 50 students.

She says education has always been important to SAPOA, but during her reign she wanted to take it up a notch so they can truly upskill people. This will lead to improved performance of companies with property portfolios, resulting in increased GDP and job creation, she says.

This is one of many of SAPOA’s achievements reached under Beattie’s presidency, the third female president in the Association’s 48-year history. Amelia’s appointment was unsurprising given her passion for people and property, and her many accomplishments since she entered the industry 16 years ago, says SAPOA CEO, Neil Gopal.

Beattie has always placed a premium on educating and empowering as many people as possible. “I have a deep passion for property, not only because of its investment returns and bricks and mortar, but for the difference it makes to people and the communities it serves,” she says.

 

 

 

As SAPOA president, Beattie says she wanted to leave a legacy of educating and empowering people in the industry. She says she hopes they can create an environment where property is the career of choice for school leavers by fostering a greater awareness of the awesome opportunities this industry offers. She also placed an emphasis on increasing female representation in the industry.

Another focus was on making local government aware of the importance of the property industry. SAPOA’s ‘Meet the Mayor’ campaign provided an opportunity for CEOs to meet local mayors and their executive teams around the country.

These sessions provided a platform for participants to debate challenges facing the industry, to work on development and infrastructure matters, and to remove obstacles to investment, as well as to create stronger partnerships and collaboration.

Source: www.property24.com

In the past year, SAPOA established an Africa Focus Committee to foster closer collaboration among its members across the continent. STANLIB, as part of the Liberty Group, is known for its property capability, and is continuing to expand its operations across Africa. As STANLIB has expertise in property across Africa, several of its property investment professionals are active participants in the Africa Focus Committee.

STANLIB was the principal sponsor of this year’s SAPOA annual International Convention and Property Exhibition, which took place in Durban this week. The asset manager has a proud and long association with SAPOA, with three former SAPOA presidents working within the Group, in addition to Beattie. They are Samual Ogbu, Liberty Group Executive: West Africa, Alex Phakhati, Fund Manager, STANLIB Direct Property Investments, and Ben Kodisang, Managing Director of STANLIB Africa.

The South African Breweries Bursaries

SAB Bursaries

SAB is committed to contributing to South Africa’s national skills development agenda. One of the ways in which this is demonstrated is by awarding academic bursaries to talented and deserving South African students. Bursary focus areas change from year to year and are impacted by the South African skills market and the SAB business need.

In addition to financial support, our bursars are also afforded the opportunity to learn more about the world of work by participating in the resolution of real business challenges, through structured summer school or vacation work.

SAB expects its bursars to maintain high academic standards and exemplary behavioural conduct during their years of study. After the successful completion of their degrees, our bursars have the opportunity to join the company full time as graduate trainees.

Bursaries are currently available in the following areas of study:

 

Brewing

Requirements:

Bursaries are available to South African citizens who have:

    • Achieved an average of 75%+, are matriculating at the end of 2015
    • Already studying with a 65 %+ average and who show good leadership potential
    • Studying towards a BSc degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Biochemistry and Microbiolog

 

Packaging

  • Requirements:

    Bursaries are available to South African citizens who have:

    • Achieved an average of 75%+, are matriculating at the end of 2015
    • Already studying with a 65 %+ average and who show good leadership potential
    • Studying towards a BSc Mechanical/Electrical Engineering qualification

 

Control & Automation

  • Requirements:
    Bursaries are available to South African citizens who have:

    • Achieved an average of 75%+, are matriculating at the end of 2015
    • Already studying with a 65 %+ average and who show good leadership potential
    • Studying towards a BSc Mechatronics/Electronic Engineering qualification


Supply Chain

  • Requirements:
    Bursaries are available to South African citizens who have:

    • Achieved an average of 75%+, are matriculating at the end of 2015
    • Already studying with a 65 %+ average and who show good leadership potential
    • Studying towards a degree in Industrial Engineering

     

Source: www.sab.gradx.net/

Marketing

  • Requirements:
    Bursaries are available to South African citizens who have:• Achieved an average of 75%+, are matriculating at the end of 2015
    • Already studying with a 65 %+ average and who show good leadership potential
    • Studying towards a degree in Industrial Engineering

 

Responsibilities:

  • In addition to financial support, our bursars are also afforded the opportunity to learn more about the working world by participating in the resolution of real business challenges, through structured summer school or vacation work.
    SAB expects its bursars to maintain high academic standards and exemplary behavioural conduct during their years of study. After the successful completion of their degrees, our bursars join the company full time as graduate trainees.The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional / relevant information as criteria for short-listing. The South African Breweries is an equal opportunity employer and all employment decisions will be in line with the company’s equity strategy.

Potatoes South Africa Bursary Application

Agriculture & Environmental Science Bursary Application 

The Potato Industry Development Trust, through Potatoes South Africa, provides bursaries to diploma, undergraduate and post graduate students studying agriculture at a tertiary institution in South Africa. The primary goals for providing these bursaries are as follows:

Diploma and undergraduate studies

  • To provide talented young students the opportunity to develop their skills and thereby enhance the
    technical capacity of these enterprises.
  • To provide other deserving students who wish to enter the agricultural industry the opportunity to
    obtain an appropriate qualification and develop technical skills to find employment in the industry.

 

 

 

 

 

Postgraduate studies

  • To make a contribution towards ensuring that well qualified scientists are developed to address the research needs of the potato industry.
  • To increase the potato industry’s pool of knowledge.

Who can apply?
Diploma and undergraduate studies

  • Second year students in the field of agriculture.
  • Students with excellent academic standing.
  • South African citizens.
  • Must provide official proof of registration at a South African tertiary institution.

Postgraduate studies

  • Honours, Masters and PhD students in the field of agriculture – potatoes. (Masters and PhD students to submit a potato related research proposal.)
  • Must have excellent academic standing.
  • South African citizens.
  • Proof of registration at an appropriate South African university

Conditions of the bursary application. After completion of the studies the student must work for a potato industry related company, organisation or institution in the Republic of South Africa as approved by the Potato Industry Development Trust equivalent to the period of the bursary.

Opportunities All students are given the opportunities to get to know the potato industry through an annual induction programme that takes place in April. The program includes visits to a fresh produce market, a potato farm, a processing plant and research facilities. Diploma and undergraduate students will be given the opportunity to enhance their skills through an internship (for disciplines requiring practical training and exposure as part of their qualification condition) and a workplace experience program to enhance their employment opportunities.

 

 

 

Bursary Application form
Postgraduate Application Form Download form: www.potatoes.co.za/SiteResources/documents/Postgrad%20Bursary%20Application%202014.pdf
Undergraduate Application Form Download form: www.potatoes.co.za/SiteResources/documents/Undergrad%20Bursary%20Application%202014.pdf

Source: www.potatoes.co.za/

Bursary boost for students as CPUT partners with CETA

CETA Bursary boost

29 of CPUT’s academically-deserving students studying Civil Engineering, Building Surveying and Architectural Technology are the latest recipients of bursaries, each valued at R60 000.

The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA), who support training, education and skills development in the construction industry is the donor of the funds, which total a whopping R1.74 million.

This is the latest agreement between CPUT and the various Sector Education Training Authorities (SETAs) brokered by the Advancement Department. Major donations in the form of bursaries, research and Work Integrated Learning opportunities have also been received from BANKSETA, (Banking and Micro-Finance SETA) AgriSETA, (Agricultural SETA), CATHSSETA, (Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sports SETA), CHIETA (Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority) and the Wholesale and Retail SETA (W&R SETA).

CETA may fund the students until they finish their courses, but are committing for one year at this stage. A continuation of donor funds will depend on the students’ performance and the availability of resources within CETA.

Female-focussed: A minimum of 40% of the CETA bursary recipients are women.

Coby Greef, Provincial Coordinator of CETA says he’s delighted to see so many female faces amongst the bursary recipients. The CETA has stipulated that a minimum of 40% of beneficiaries of the bursaries must be women.

“CETA is committed to providing a conducive environment for learning and artisan development, with a special focus on youth, women and our military veterans,” says Greef. ‘We’re working closely with institutions of higher learning to ensure quality learning to equip professionals and artisans with the necessary skills needed to build our nation.”

 

Source: www.cput.ac.za/

Engen Bursary/Scholarship South Africa

 

 

 

 

 

Engen Bursary/Scholarship South Africa

Engen Petroleum, a South African oil and gas company, is offering a great bursary/scholarship to hardworking students looking to further their studies.

Bursaries offered in the following disciplines

  • BSc Project Management & Technological Research
  • BA Communications
  • BSc Industrial Hygiene
  • BCom Information Systems/ BSc Computer Science
  • BSc/BCom Statistics
  • BCom Transport Economics
  • BCom/ BTech Marketing
  • BCom Business Management
  • BCom Finance/ Accounting
  • BCom/ Btech Credit Management

Requirements

  • Matric with Maths and Science subjects

We are looking for candidates for our bursary/scholarship .

Closing date

Deadline for applications is 30 June 2015.

About Engen

Engen in South Africa focuses on the downstream refined petroleum products market and related businesses. The company’s core functions are the refining of crude oil, the marketing of our primary refined petroleum products and the provision of convenience services via our extensive retail network.

Shoprite Bursary Scheme

Kick-start you career with a Shoprite Bursary scheme

If you are looking for a lifetime career where you can grow and learn about a diverse range of inspirational brands, if you would like to be part of a unique company that offers brilliant opportunities and has a passion for its staff and customers… then come and EXPLORE the opportunities at the Shoprite Group and discover how you can BE MORE!

The program involves full study bursaries of between R 30 000 and R 60 000 per year (depending on the study area), and vacation work.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Get a bursary scheme from Africa’s largest retailer to study any of the following:

  • Retail Business / Hospitality Management: The Bursary aims at attracting and funding future Trainee Retail Managers who want to follow the lucrative management career in Retail. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours Students.
  • Logistics / Supply Chain: The Bursary aims at attracting and funding future Logistics and Supply Chain specialists to join the leading fast-moving consumer goods retailer in Africa on distribution and related activities. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours Students.
  • Marketing: The Bursary aims at attracting and funding future Marketing specialists to join Shoprite’s Marketing department upon graduation. The Bursary scheme is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours Students.
  • Accounting (CA Stream): The Shoprite Bursary scheme aims at attracting and funding talented Chartered Accounting students to become part of our Finance team after completion of their studies. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours Students.
  • Information Technology: This Bursary aims at attracting and funding future Innovative Programmers who have a passion and a vision for ensuring dynamic outputs in an area known for ongoing change. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours Students.
  • Pharmacy Technician: The Bursary aims at attracting and funding talented Pharmacy Technician students who have a passion for Health Care in the Retail Industry. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and 4th year students.
  • BPharm: The Bursary scheme aims at attracting and funding talented Pharmacy students who have a passion for Health Care in the Retail Industry. The Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and 4th year students.

Closing date

Applications close on 30 July 2015.

Source: www.shoprite.co.za

CETA Learnership and Bursary Scam. Be Careful

Ceta WebsiteWe have observed misleading communications on various portals as well as fraudulent emails related to the Construction Education and Training Authority’s (“the CETA”) learnership and bursary programme appointment processes whereby potential learners are requested to pay a sum of R99 towards processing their learnership and/or bursary application forms.

Please note that the CETA is a public entity and learnership and/or bursary opportunities are at no cost to interested individuals.

Job seekers and/or potential CETA-funded programme learners are warned to beware of fraudulent entities placing adverts on the internet in the name of the CETA and skills development.

The public must please consider this the CETA’s formal disclaimer to the adverts entitled, “Telkom/CETA/Learnership Offer” and/or “Telkom/CETA/Learnership Offer” and any other adverts pertaining to the CETA employment opportunities and the CETA-funded programmes that were not advertised by the CETA.

For more information on the processes involved with both the CETA programmes, as well as the CETA employment opportunities, the CETA welcomes the public to contact its Head Office Contact details here http://www.vocational.co.za/cetaseta-construction-education-and-training-authority/

 

Probe of problems in awarding students loans and bursaries

Problems in awarding students loans and bursaries

FINANCIAL support for tertiary students through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) would continue to fall short of demand, and the fund was set to undergo a forensic audit to establish “deficiencies” in disbursements, the Department of Higher Education and Training said on Monday.

The government scheme would provide loans and bursaries worth R9.5bn this year, including R526.9m to develop scarce skills. There would be 425,095 spaces available for further study across the tertiary education spectrum this year, Higher Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande said.

Both demand for financial aid and for places at a university will continue to outstrip demand.

Department of Higher Education and Training directorgeneral Gwebinkundla Qonde said this year would see the “rolling out of a comprehensive forensic investigation” as the department believed that “the money that is readily available — if properly and legitimately used — can cover quite a lot”.

“There are a number (of problems), such as students that are not supposed to be legitimate beneficiaries getting into the scheme.” The problems included students providing false information and “colluding officials”, Mr Qonde said.

Higher Education SA CEO Jeffrey Mabelebele said on Monday the body, which represents the vice-chancellors of SA’s public universities, supported the forensic audit, which was “long overdue”. Universities had also agreed to improve their own forensic capabilities, he said.

The issue of financial aid sparked a number of incidents of campus violence last year, when half the applicants to the scheme were turned down. Most students will hear this month if their applications have been successful.

Last year, NSFAS received R8.3bn — excluding R1bn to address shortfalls reported by tertiary institutions for that year and 2013. The estimated need for NSFAS funding was R51bn over the next three years, the scheme’s CEO, Msulwa Daca, said on Monday.

This year, NSFAS would be funding 205,000 first-time and continuing eligible students at universities and 200,000 students at technical and vocational education and training colleges, Mr Nzimande said. Most would be from poor backgrounds.

Many universities have reported that applications have exceeded spaces for some programmes by 10:1.

 

Source: www.bdlive.co.za

SAPOA raises R40m for Bursary Fund through Services SETA contribution

“Over the next four years, R40-million has been approved for 100 bursary students,” said Head of … industry for scholarships and bursaries for previously-disadvantaged individuals,” says SAPOA Chief Executive Officer, Neil Gopal.

SAPOA announced at the Annual SAPOA International Convention and Property Exhibition that it has raised R40-million for its Bursary Fund.

 

SAPOA Bursary Fund

“Over the next four years, R40-million has been approved for 100 bursary students,” said Head of STANLIB Direct Property Investments and Outgoing SAPOA President, Amelia Beattie. “We have surpassed our original 50 student goal,” adds Beattie.

The money was raised through a contribution by the Services SETA (SSETA) after negotiations with SAPOA took place over the last seven weeks.
Pamela Snyman, a Board member of the SSETA who represented the Chair of the SSETA at the Convention, said: “My wish and my goal is to see, through SAPOA, these students partaking in postgraduate degrees after the next four years”.

Passionate about real estate and education, Snyman highlighted that initiatives such as the SAPOA Bursary Fund is what the country needs. “We need skills today and we all need to stand up together and do something – we need to fly high and we need aspiration,” added Snyman.

Snyman said that through education, training and skills development, we can assist the youth in becoming independent as well as budding entrepreneurs. “They also need to be focused and relentless in their goals and dreams. The youth need to stay current and up to date as well as face challenges head on,” she said.

In the effort of addressing transformation in the property industry coupled with the aim of alleviating the skills shortage in the country, SAPOA established a bursary fund scheme five years ago which has garnered success since its inception.

“About five years ago, the SAPOA Bursary Fund was initiated with the sole objective to create a fund in the commercial property industry for scholarships and bursaries for previously-disadvantaged individuals,” says SAPOA Chief Executive Officer, Neil Gopal.

“These students are taken through a four year BSc degree, with the fund fully managed at the SAPOA head office, hence removing the intensive administrative matters out of our member’s hands. The students are then placed with member companies by SAPOA on completion of their degree,” explains Gopal.

source eprop.co.za

“The future of our nation depends on how we invest in its youth,” concluded Gopal.

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