About SANZAF (South African National Zakah Fund):
The South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF) is an organization that operates on the principles of Islamic Zakah and Sadaqat (charity). It is a faith-based organization dedicated to providing support to vulnerable individuals in South African society. SANZAF’s funds are used for various purposes, including welfare, education, development, and emergency relief. In 2020, SANZAF served over 1,432,805 individuals in South Africa and distributed R27,000,000 in education funds.
The organization is funded by individual members who contribute to help fellow members of the Muslim community.
SANZAF Zakah Bursary 2022 – 2023:
SANZAF offers bursaries to a selected number of South African students each year through its Zakah bursary program. This program aims to assist financially disadvantaged students in pursuing their education, regardless of their field of study.
The value of the bursary is determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration the financial needs of the applicant. The bursary covers various expenses, including registration fees, tuition fees (either partially or fully), accommodation, meals, and more. Bursary payments are made directly to the tertiary institution where the student is enrolled, and further details are provided to shortlisted candidates.
Bursary Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the SANZAF Zakah bursary program, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- South African citizenship (foreign nationals with study permits may also apply)
- Residency in the province for which they are applying
- Financial constraints
- Belonging to a previously disadvantaged background
- Currently studying in Matric (Grade 12) or have completed Matric
- Sponsored by a family member or SANZAF in the previous year
- Enrollment or intention to enroll at a recognized South African University, University of Technology, or Technikon
- Meeting the specific recipient requirements defined by SANZAF
Preference may be given to applicants with strong academic performance or those facing severe financial need. The final decision rests with SANZAF.
How to Apply:
To apply for the SANZAF Zakah Bursary 2022, follow these steps:
- Complete the online application form, which is specific to each province.
- Western Cape residents: Application Form
- Port Elizabeth residents: Application Form
- East London residents: Application Form
- Gauteng residents: Application Form
- Durban residents: Application Form
- Ladysmith residents: Application Form
- Pietermaritzburg residents: Application Form
- Kimberley residents: Application Form
Read all instructions carefully before completing the form.
Documents Required:
Applicants must prepare the following documents to be submitted along with their application:
- Certified copies of ID documents
- Study permit for foreign students (if applicable)
- Latest Matric results
- A motivational letter explaining why they are the best candidate for the bursary
- Testimonial from their school
- Proof of income of parents/guardians (latest payslips if employed; affidavit if unemployed; death certificate if deceased)
Tertiary students who were sponsored by SANZAF in the previous year must additionally submit:
- Matric certificate
- Tertiary academic record (on institution letterhead)
- 2022 mid-year tertiary results (on institution letterhead)
Ensure all documents are submitted before the closing date to avoid disqualification.
Closing Date:
The closing date for applications varies by province:
- Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha: November 30
- East London: January 15
- Western Cape: December 31
- Gauteng: January 21
- Durban: October 15
- Ladysmith: January 25
- Pietermaritzburg: January 31
- Kimberley: January 30
Contact Details:
For inquiries about the bursary program, contact the respective person in charge in your province:
- Durban: Razia Hamid / 031 309 6786 / Razia.Hamid@sanzaf.org.za
- East London: Imaan Poovan / 043-722 7453 / Imaan.Poovan@sanzaf.org.za
- Gauteng: Saadiqa Letsoara / 011 834 6046 / saadiqa.letsoara@sanzaf.org.za
- Kimberley: Ebrahim Joubyar / 053 831 2758 / Ebrahim.joubyar@sanzaf.org.za
- Ladysmith: Mahomed Dadabhai / 036 633 2792 / mahommed.dadabhay@sanzaf.org.za
- Pietermaritzburg: Maseera Amin / 033 397 9133 / Maseera.Amin@sanzaf.org.za
- Port Elizabeth: Hazra Agnew / 041 457 1459 / hazra.karrim.agnew@sanzaf.org.za
- Western Cape: Faeza Govind / 021 638 5108 / Faeza.Govind@sanzaf.org.za
Please note that if the bursary application period has already closed, contacting SANZAF is not advised. Check for other open bursaries on the All Bursaries website.
