Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary 2025-2026

About Oudtshoorn Municipality:

The Oudtshoorn Municipality is the governing body responsible for the Greater Oudtshoorn area, located in the Little Karoo region of the Western Cape Province, South Africa. This semi-desert region is situated at the foot of the Swartberg Mountains and was historically inhabited by the Koi-San people. The municipality shares boundaries with neighboring municipalities, including the George Municipality, Hessequa Municipality, Mossel Bay Municipality, and Prince Albert Municipality.

The economy of Oudtshoorn is based on various sectors, with agriculture, forestry, and fishing being the largest contributors. Additionally, the municipality is involved in sectors such as insurance, finance, construction, and manufacturing.

Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Programme 2025-2026:

The Oudtshoorn Municipality offers a bursary programme for students planning to pursue higher education in 2025-2026. This bursary opportunity is open to students interested in any field of study and who reside within the boundaries of the Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality, including rural areas.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Programme 2025-2026, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Reside within the boundaries of the Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality, including rural areas.
• Be enrolled in or have completed high school.
• Be planning to pursue a full-time degree in ANY field of study in 2025-2026, or already be enrolled in such a program.
• The course of study must have a duration of at least one year (either theoretical or practical).
• Enroll in or plan to enroll in a SAQA-accredited TVET or tertiary institution in South Africa.
• Not be a recipient of any other bursary from another organization.
• Have a good academic record.
• Students with disabilities and historically disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Programme 2025-2026, follow these steps:

1. Download and complete the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Application Form (pdf).
2. Alternatively, collect the application form from various locations, including libraries, the Oudtshoorn Thusong service centre, municipal offices, and the Youth office.
3. Complete the application form in your own handwriting.
4. Submit the completed application form along with the required documents to the following address:P.O. Box 255 Oudtshoorn 6620

Documents Required:

Applicants must include the following documents along with their application:

• Certified copies of ID document.
• Certified copy of last results if currently studying in Matric.
• Certificate of completion for Matric (certified copy).
• Complete tertiary academic record (if still in school) on institutional letterhead.
• Pro-forma or proof of enrollment or admittance into a postsecondary institution Invoice (on institutional letterhead).
• Residential proof.
• Certified copy of household income proof.

Closing Date:

The application deadline for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Programme 2025-2026 is November 18. All applications must be submitted before the deadline to be considered.

Contact Details:

For inquiries and additional information regarding the bursary, you can contact Ms. M. Ayford at the following:

• Telephone No.: 044 203 3091
• Email: maxzine@oudtmun.gov.za