Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary 2024-2025
About the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality:
The Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is located in the Limpopo Province within the Sekhukhune District Municipality. The municipality is categorized as B4 and is bordered by Elias Motsoaledi, Fetakgomo, Ephraim Mogale, and Lepelle Nkumpi Municipalities. The name “Makhuduthamaga” means “executives,” which refers to the Fetakgomo movement in the 1950s.
This rural municipality relies on traditional land ownership and has a population of more than 270,000 residents and over 65,000 households. It covers an area of more than 2000 square kilometers, and the main language spoken in the area is Sepedi.
About the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary Program:
The Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality is inviting students residing within the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipal area to apply for their Mayoral bursary program for the 2024-2025 academic year. The bursaries are awarded for undergraduate studies in the following fields:
- Accounting (BCom)
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Economics (BCom)
- Environmental Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Waste Management
Candidates are selected based on two main criteria: academic excellence and financial need.
Coverage and Selection for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary:
The bursary will cover the following expenses in full:
- Registration fee
- Tuition fees
- Study materials
- Accommodation in student residence
- Meals
Successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary:
To be eligible for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- South African citizenship
- Reside within the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality area in Limpopo Province
- Completed Matric
- Intending to study full-time toward an undergraduate qualification in one of the specified fields in 2024-2025
- Studying or intending to study at a registered and accredited institution of higher learning within South Africa
- Strong academic record
- Financial need
How to Apply for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary:
- Download and complete the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2024-2025.
- Submit clear copies of the required supporting documentation along with your completed bursary application form. Ensure that all documents are certified copies. Original documents must not be submitted, as they will not be returned.
Application Submission Options:
- Hand delivery to the Municipal head office (HRD office) at 1 Groblersdal Road, Jane Furse, 1085, Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 16:30.
- Post to Private Bag X434, Jane Furse, 1085.
Note that applications sent via email or fax will not be accepted.
Closing Date for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Bursary:
The closing date for applications is 2 February. Ensure that you apply before this date to have your application considered.
Contact Information for the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality:
For inquiries related to this bursary program, please contact the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality directly:
Contact person: Mpogeng TM Tel: 013 265 8616 / 013 265 8658 Email: info@makhuduthamaga.gov.za
