Jacob G Zuma Bursaries
This bursary fund was founded in 1995. Jacob G. Zuma (now President of South Africa) was at that time, part of the Executive Counsil within KwaZulu-Natal. He was awarded part of the RDP Discretionary fund in order to advance South Africa by opening a project of his desire. He decided upon the education system, as there is a great need for skilled labor.
The youth and children of South Africa are vulnerable, and many have been disadvantaged for years. With aid from this fund, that can now be corrected. Jacob Zuma believes that with this change, he is offering empowerment through sustainability.
The day-to-day operations will be dealt with by each individual office. They have aided more than 20 000 candidates, and are planning to make more of an impact as time passes. This fund provides full cost for students while studying at one of the accredited higher learning facilities within South Africa. These are many sponsors also aiding in the development of these young individuals.
They aim to close the gap that has formed, delivering professional graduates into the workforce. There are many opportunities that await the selected candidates, as they will also be exposed to internships, mentorships along with in-service training opportunities.
This bursary fund provides candidates the opportunity to rise from the ashes, to complete their education and succeed in life.
Jacob G Zuma Bursaries Available
Fields of study provided by this bursary scheme are all seen as scarce skills.
The fields available are as follow:
- Science
- Health Science
- Law
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Gas
- Rail Engineering
- Management
- Renewable Energy
- Nuclear Science
- Maritime
- Agriculture
- Humanities Studies
Bursary Requirements
Candidates wishing to apply must provide the following, they are also required to adhere to all the stipulations of the bursary scheme. This program is to enable the youth of South Africa to reach not only their dreams, but moreover to become an essential part of society.
Candidate’s requirements are as follow:
- Candidates must be South African citizens
- Candidates must hold a valid South African ID Document
- Candidates must be in or have successfully completed their Grade 12
- Candidates must be in financial need
- Candidates must be fluent in English (read, write & speak)
- Must be dedicated to their studies
Candidates must provide the following:
- Proof of parents / guardians income
- Candidates ID document
- Parents / guardians ID documentation
- Grade 12 academic results
- Curriculum Vitae
Candidates from a previously disadvantaged background, as well as those from rural areas will be looked at first. This bursary will provide full cost of tuition, prescribed books, accommodation and more to the selected candidates. Candidates must prove their willingness to learn and their desire to make a change.
All aspects of each candidate will be considered and bursaries will be awarded to talented, deserving candidates.
Bursary Application
Online applications for bursaries are not available, however candidates can contact the fund management for more detail, applications along with fields available, University placement and more. The Jacob G Zuma Bursary fund understands that each individual is different, each situation unique and will look at candidates backgrounds, abilities plus their motivation.
The fund can be contacted via any of the following means:
Per mail or personal:
The Jacob G Zuma Trust Fund
199 Smith Street (Cnr. Of Smith & Aliwal Street)
Suite 310
23rd Floor
Embassy Building
Durban
4001
Contact Person:
CEO – Nokuthula Ngubane
031 – 332 6561
E-Mail:
Website:
Alternatively candidates can contact the different offices within the following provinces.
Polokwane Office: Rev. Thiphu T. Nakana
076 670 7352
East London Office: Mr. Mzimkhulu Sili
083 765 6572
Ms. Musa Matshabanew
078 291 9559
Inkandla Office: Ms. Halala Sibiya
072 172 0598
Closing Date
There are no closing dates for these bursaries.
Candidates must contact the fund management for details pertaining current bursaries.
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