Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application for 2026/2027

Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application for 2026/2027

How to Apply for Musina Local Municipality Bursary in 2026/2027. Are you a South African student from the Musina Local municipal area seeking financial support to pursue your tertiary education? The Musina Local Municipality Bursary offers an excellent opportunity for eligible students who are passionate about contributing to local development through education. This bursary program is designed to empower youth by providing funding for studies in critical and scarce skill sectors such as engineering, finance, public administration, and environmental science.

On this, you will discover everything you need to know about the Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application for the 2026/2027 academic year, including eligibility criteria, required documents, application deadlines, and step-by-step instructions on how to apply online or by submission. Whether you’re finishing high school or already enrolled at a recognized institution, this bursary could be your key to unlocking a successful academic and professional future.

Stay informed and increase your chances of success by reading this full article, which is tailored to answer questions like Musina Local bursaries, municipal funding opportunities in South Africa, and student financial aid for rural communities.

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About Musina Local Municipality

Musina Local Municipality is located in the far north of Limpopo Province, near the Beit Bridge border with Zimbabwe. It consists of 12 wards and 24 councillors.

Originally developed around copper mining, Musina has grown into a hub for diamond mining, game farming, and tourism, with attractions like Kruger National Park, Musina Nature Reserve, and Mapungubwe National Park. With a population of approximately 132,000, it has been declared a growth point by the provincial government, although most people still live in rural areas, farms, and townships.

About the Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application for 2026/2027 – Fields of Study

The Musina Local Municipality invites eligible students to apply for the Mayor’s Bursary Fund for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students living in the Musina municipal area, pursuing studies in the following fields:

• Agriculture
• Building Science
• Civil Engineering
• Development Planning
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Human Resources
• Human Settlements
• Information Technology
• International Relations
• Mechanical Engineering
• Media Studies
• Project Management
• Public Administration
• Public Relations
• Tourism
• Town Planning

Bursary Coverage & Conditions

The bursary covers:

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks
• Accommodation

Service contract: After completing their studies, recipients will be required to work for the municipality for a period equal to or less than the number of years funded.

Selection: Only successful applicants will be contacted by phone or in writing. If you don’t hear back, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Eligibility Requirements for Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application in 2026/2027

To apply, you must meet all the following criteria:

• Be a resident of the Musina Local Municipality in Limpopo
• Be currently in Matric or have already completed Matric
• Have a strong academic record
• Intend to study in one of the fields listed above in 2026
• Be accepted or enrolled at a recognised South African tertiary institution (University, College, or FET College)
• Be from a disadvantaged community
• Have parents/guardians who are unemployed, indigent, or earn less than R3,500/month
• Be unable to afford tertiary education without financial aid
• NOT be a child of a municipal councillor or official
• Preference will be given to students who have already passed Matric

How to Apply for Musina Local Municipality Bursary in 2026/2027

1. Download and complete the Musina Local Municipality Bursary Application Form (.pdf). Click here to download the application form.

2. Prepare certified copies of the following documents:

   • ID document or birth certificate

   • June Matric results (if still in school)

   • Final Matric certificate (if completed)

   • Proof of enrolment at a tertiary institution

   • Proof of residence (municipal bill or utility account)

   • Parents/guardians’ ID documents or birth/death certificates

   • Parents/guardians’ affidavit confirming income or unemployment

   • Reference letter from your school principal (if currently in Matric)

3. Post your application to:
   Mayor’s Office
   21 Irwin Street
   Musina
   0900

Application Deadline for Musina Local Municipality Bursary 2026/2027

19 January (Extended Deadline)

Late applications will not be considered, so apply early to avoid missing out.

Contact Details of Musina Local Municipality Office

Tel: 015 534 6100

Email: info@musina.gov.za