Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary 2025-2026
About the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund:
The Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund was established in 2012 to honor Donald White, a career educator, and Mandla Andrew Ndwanya, an individual with a strong legacy and passion for business studies in South Africa. The fund was created by White’s family as a nonprofit organization in the United States in 2017, forming a board responsible for making significant decisions benefiting young South Africans. The primary objective of the fund is to raise charitable donations to support students and raise global awareness among American and South African students.
The fund focuses on providing support to learners in Nyanga/Gugulethu and neighboring areas by supplying uniforms and shoes to students from Mkhanyiseli Primary School and John Pama Primary School. It also offers scholarships to American and South African students, helping them pursue higher education at colleges and universities. Additionally, the fund provides internships to U.S.-based college students in Cape Town through its partner Volunteer Adventure Corps (VAC).
Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary Program:
The Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund invites students to apply for their bursary program for the 2025-2026 academic year. Bursaries are available for undergraduate studies in various fields, including Business Studies, Commerce, Education, Healthcare, Medicine, and Social Work.
Coverage and Selection:
The bursary program will award two students with a value of R10,000 each. One bursary will be granted to a first-year student, and the other will be awarded to a second or third-year student. Selection is based on the candidate’s motivation to pursue higher education, engagement in community service activities, and overall beliefs.
The bursary covers registration fees and textbook/technology fees. However, it does not cover outstanding study fees or other educational loans, such as historical student debt.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Completion of Matric
- Attending a high school within the Western Cape province
- Studying or intending to study an undergraduate qualification in one of the specified fields
- Enrollment at a recognized FET College or University in South Africa
- Demonstrated financial need
- Passion for community service
How to Apply:
To apply for the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary, follow these steps:
- Download and complete the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary Application 2025-2026.
- Enter “Uni24.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary.
- Submit clear copies of the required supporting documentation with your online application. Ensure that all documents are certified copies.
Required Supporting Documents:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Full academic record if already studying
- Parents or guardian proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of pension or SASSA grant if applicable)
Submission Email:
Send your application via email to: secretary@whitendwanyamemorialfund.org
Please include “White Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary 2025-2026” in the email subject line.
Closing Date:
The closing date for the Donald White/ Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund Bursary is February 15. Ensure you submit your application before this date for consideration.
Contact Information:
For any inquiries related to this bursary program, please contact the Donald White/Mandla A. Ndwanya Memorial Fund directly at 073 655 3503.
