Situated in the Western Cape Province, the Hessequa Local Municipality, previously known as Langeberg Local Municipality, is an area of rich cultural heritage and community spirit. Spanning across several towns including Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Heidelberg, Riversdale, Slangrivier, Stilbaai, and Witsand, Hessequa has an intrinsic identity deeply connected with the indigenous Khoikhoi people. The municipality’s name, “Hessequa”, meaning “people of the trees” in Xhosa language, reflects this bond.
The Hessequa Bursary Programme: An Educational Launchpad
The Hessequa Local Municipality is excited to present the Hessequa Municipality Bursary Programme. The programme targets students residing within the Hessequa Municipal area and offers financial support for their academic journey in the academic year.
Specifically, the programme provides bursaries for degree studies in several fields including:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Infrastructure
- Internal Audit
- Law
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management
Who Can Apply?
The Hessequa Municipality Bursary is open to South African citizens residing within the Hessequa Municipal area. Applicants aged between 17 and 35, who have completed matric and are pursuing or intending to pursue a three-year degree in the specified fields are eligible. All applicants must be registered at a recognized South African tertiary institution and should have a strong academic record.
The bursary is designed to empower the community and prioritize those in financial need. Therefore, individuals already in receipt of another bursary award are ineligible. However, students with disabilities and those from historically disadvantaged groups are highly encouraged to apply.
The Application Process
Interested applicants can download and complete the Hessequa Municipality Bursary Application Form (.pdf) available online. Essential documents including a certified ID document, matric certificate, proof of tertiary registration, proof of residential address, parents’ or guardians’ income proof, a letter confirming permanent disability (if applicable), and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae should be included with the application.
Applicants can submit their documents via email at applications@hessequa.gov.za, with the subject line “Hessequa Municipality Bursary Application”. Alternatively, the applications can be sent by post to:
Hessequa Municipality, Human Resources, PO Box 29, Riversdale, 6670.
The last date for application submissions is 3rd February. Applicants who do not receive any feedback within 30 working days post the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
For any further queries, applicants can contact Jaundré Delport at the Hessequa Local Municipality directly on 0287138100.
