Key Facts
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- Applications Open
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- Resides within 50km of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant
- Studying, or accepted to study, a Degree, National Diploma, or NQF level 6 programme
- Any field of study
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence within 50km of Droogfontein Solar Power plant
- Proof of acceptance at a qualifying institution
About Letsatsi Borutho Trust Bursary
The Letsatsi Borutho Trust Bursary is funded by the Letsatsi Borutho Trust, a community trust holding shares in the Droogfontein Solar Power plant in the Northern Cape, for residents within 50km of the plant studying any field.
Applications go through StudyTrust and run on an unusually long window, from 1 May to 31 October - if you've missed the 30 September deadline on other bursaries, this is one of the few still open into late October.
Funding Details
The bursary supports study-related costs, determined individually for residents within the qualifying radius.
Where You Can Study
Any recognised institution offering a Degree, National Diploma, or NQF level 6 technical and vocational programme qualifies.
About Letsatsi Borutho Trust
The Letsatsi Borutho Trust is a community trust that holds shares in the Droogfontein Solar Power plant in the Northern Cape, set up as part of the plant's Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement (REIPPP)…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must reside within a 50km radius of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant in the Northern Cape, studying or accepted to study a Degree, National Diploma, or NQF level 6 technical and vocational education programme.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the application window close?
31 October - later than most bursaries on this site, so it's worth applying even if you've missed other September deadlines.
Does this cover technical/vocational training, not just degrees?
Yes, NQF level 6 technical and vocational education programmes qualify alongside Degrees and National Diplomas.
Do I need to live exactly near the plant?
Yes, within a 50km radius of the Droogfontein Solar Power plant specifically.
