Funding local talent for future development.
The Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is a rural municipality located in the Sekhukhune District of Limpopo Province. It shares boarders with Elias Motsoaledi, Fetakgomo, Ephraim Mogale and Lepelle-Nkumpi municipalities.
The name Makhuduthamaga referes to "executives", a historical term linked to the Fetakgomo movement of the 1950s. The municipality serves a population of over 270 000 residents, with Sepedi being the dominant language across communities.
Fields of Study Funded
For the 2026 academic year, bursaries are available for undergraduate studies in the following priority areas:
- Accounting
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Regional & Town Planning
- Waste Management
Applicants must be permanent residents within the Makhuduthamaga municipal area.
What the bursary covers
The bursary provides full financial support, which includes:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Study materials
- Accomodation
- Meals
Selection Process
Applications are assessed based on:
- Academic performance
- Financial need
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. If no response is received, the application should be considered unsuccessful.
Who can Apply?
To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen
- Reside within Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality (Limpopo)
- Be in Matric or have already completed Matric
- Intend to study full-time in 2026 towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the listed fields
- Be accepted or provisionally accepted at a registered and accredited South African instituton
- Have a good academic record
- Demonstrate financial need
How to Apply
Applications forms can be obtained in either of the following ways:
Option 1: Download
- Download the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)
Option 2: Collect in Person
Forms are available at:
- Makhuduthamaga Municipal Head Office (next to Jane Furse Plaza)
- Jane Furse, Eensaam, Phokwane & Phaahla Libraries
- Education Circuit Offices within Makhaduthamaga
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit certified copies of the following:
- South African ID
- Matric certificate or latest school report
- Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance from a tertiary institution
- Parent(s)\guardian(s) ID documents
- Proof of household income
- Payslips or employer letter (if employed)
- Affidavit (if unemployed)
- Financial statements (if self-employed)
- Death certificates (if applicable)
- Proof of residence
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Submission Methods
Applications must be submitted by hand or post only:
Hand Delivery
HRD Office
Municipal Head Office
1 Groblersdal Road
Jane Furse, 1085
Monday-Friday | 07:30 - 16:30
Postal Address
Private Bag X434
Jane Furse
1085
Applications sent via email or fax will not be accepted.
Closing Date
20 January 2026
(Approximately five working days after Matric results are released)
Late submission will not be accepted.
Contact Details
For bursary enquiries, contact:
Ms Thakane Mpogeng
Skills Development Facilitator
013 265 8616 \ 013 265 8658
This bursary is ideal for local students who want to gain critical skills while contributing to the growth of their community.
BurzarsNet wishes you well with your application.