Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary 2024-2025

Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary 2024-2025

About Joe Morolong Local Municipality and Assmang Black Rock Mine:

Joe Morolong Local Municipality is located in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, within the John Taolo Gaetsewe District. This administrative area was previously known as Moshaweng Local Municipality and is known for its economic sectors in Agriculture, Mining, and Community Services.

Assmang Black Rock Mine is situated in the Kalahari Manganese Field, specifically in Hotazel within the Northern Cape province. It is one of South Africa’s largest manganese reserves and contains approximately 80% of the globally known high-grade manganese resource.

About the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary Program:

Joe Morolong Local Municipality, in partnership with Assmang Black Rock Mine Operations, offers bursaries for the 2024-2025 academic year. These bursaries are available to students residing within the municipal area and pursuing full-time studies in various fields.

Fields Covered by the Bursary:

The Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary Program covers the following fields of study:

1. Agricultural Science
2. Biochemistry
3. Commerce
4. Education
5. Information Technology
6. Law
7. MBCHB/Medical Doctor
8. Nursing
9. Social Science
10. Town and Regional Planning

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. South African citizenship.
2. Age between 18 and 35 years.
3. Reside within the Joe Morolong Local Municipality in the Northern Cape.
4. Completion of Matric (Grade 12) or currently in Matric.
5. Pursuing or intending to pursue full-time studies in one of the specified fields for the 2024-2025 academic year.
6. Enrollment at a recognized and accredited South African university, university of technology, or college.
7. Meet the minimum admission requirements of the selected institution for the chosen qualification.
8. Financial need and a historically disadvantaged background.
9. Not in receipt of any other bursary funding or student loan.
10. Not employed by Assmang or the Joe Morolong Local Municipality.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary:

1. Download and complete the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary Application 2024-2025 (.pdf).
2. Submit clear copies of the required supporting documents along with your application. These documents are compulsory, and the absence of any items may result in disqualification.

Supporting Documents:

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric results (certified copy)
• Proof of parents or guardian’s income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit from SAPS if unemployed, proof of grant or pension if applicable) (certified copies)
• Full academic record, including most recent results/transcripts if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance/provisional acceptance at a tertiary institution for 2024-2025 (certified copy)
• Proof of residence (certified copy)

Submission Methods:

Applications can be submitted through the following channels:

• Email: bursary@joemorolong.gov.za (Include “Bursary Application” in the email subject line.)
• Postal Address: Mr. T. Tlhoaele Joe Morolong Local Municipality Private Bag x117 Mothibistad

Please note that faxed applications will not be accepted.

Closing Date:

The closing date for the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary is 3 December. Ensure that your application is submitted before this deadline.

Contact Information:

For any inquiries related to the bursary program, please contact the Joe Morolong Local Municipality:

Human Resources Manager Tel: 053 773 9300 Mobile: 082 820 1559 Email: bursary@joemorolong.gov.za

Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the Joe Morolong Local Municipality for assistance or clarification regarding the application process or any related queries.