Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application for 2026/2027
Detailed guide on Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application 2026/2027. The Canon Collins Trust is inviting eligible South African students to apply for the Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship for Social Change for the 2026/2027 academic year. This prestigious postgraduate scholarship is designed to support outstanding individuals who are committed to driving social justice, leadership, and positive transformation in South Africa.
Funded in memory of Tom Queba, a passionate advocate for community development and equality, the Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship provides financial assistance to students pursuing Master’s and PhD studies at South African universities. The scholarship not only covers tuition fees, living costs, and research expenses, but also connects recipients to a strong network of scholars, activists, and leaders dedicated to creating meaningful impact in society.
The programme is ideal for students who demonstrate academic excellence, critical leadership qualities, and a deep commitment to advancing social justice, democracy, and equality. By empowering changemakers in fields such as education, law, humanities, arts, and social sciences, the scholarship plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of leaders in South Africa.
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Read further for detailed information on the eligibility criteria, fields of study supported, application requirements, and closing dates for the Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application 2026/2027.
About Canon Collins & Tom Queba Memorial Fund
The Canon Collins Trust has been awarding scholarships since 1981, supporting over 4 000 students from 14 southern African countries. Today, the Trust offers opportunities for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies in South Africa, the UK, Ireland, and Malawi.
The Tom Queba Memorial Fund was established in memory of Tom Queba, a leader in the George taxi industry who passed away in 2014. He was passionate about improving public transport and uplifting the minibus taxi industry. To honour his legacy, the Tom Queba Engineering Scholarship for Social Change was created.
About Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Programme 2026/2027
Fields Covered
Canon Collins Trust, in partnership with the Tom Queba Memorial Fund and Pegasys, invites applications for the 2026 academic year.
Scholarships are available for Honours and Masters studies in fields that promote social change, including:
- Education
- Humanities and the Arts
- Justice
- Sciences and Applied Sciences
Scholarship Value & Selection Process
- Scholarships are valued at R85 000 per year and may be awarded for a maximum of 2 years.
- Recipients will also participate in events designed to build academic and leadership skills.
- All applicants will be contacted via email regarding the outcome of their application.
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed between October and November 2025, and final decisions will be communicated in December 2025.
Selection will be based on:
- Academic merit and record
- Financial need
- Work experience and leadership potential
- References and supervisor recommendations
- Commitment to social/environmental development
- Potential to create positive change in southern Africa
Eligibility Requirements for Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application 2026/2027
To apply, you must:
- Be a black African or coloured South African national
- Reside in South Africa
- Have completed a first degree (minimum second class, upper division or equivalent), OR be graduating in 2025
- Be applying for a Honours or Masters programme in one of the eligible fields
- Be studying or planning to study full-time, part-time, or via distance learning at a South African university
- Be willing to attend the annual conference and related events
- Propose a study programme that contributes to social and/or environmental development and improves the lives of the most vulnerable in South Africa
How To Apply for Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship 2026/2027
Applications must be submitted online at: Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application 2026
Applicants must download and read the Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Guidelines (.pdf) before applying.
You must upload clear copies of the following supporting documents:
- South African ID, Birth Certificate, Passport, or Driver’s License
- Proof of refugee status (if applicable)
- Degree certificates (if available)
- Certified academic transcripts
- 2 most recent payslips (if employed)
- PhD proposal (if applying for PhD)
If shortlisted, you will also need to submit 2 reference letters and a supporting statement from your supervisor (PhD applicants). Ideally, one reference should be from an academic supervisor and the other from an employer (or from voluntary work if you haven’t been employed). These references must reflect your suitability for the scholarship.
Closing Date for Canon Collins Tom Queba Scholarship Application 2026/2027
Application Deadline: 2 September
(15:00 GMT / 17:00 South Africa time – GMT+2).
Late applications will not be accepted.
Contact Details of Canon Collins Trust
For queries, please contact Canon Collins Trust:
- Tel: 010 500 2303
- Email: scholarships@canoncollins.org
- Website contact page: https://canoncollins.org/contact-us/
