Key Facts
- Status
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- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- High school learner, or tertiary student in STEM, Commerce, or Chartered Accountancy
- Gross household income no more than R35,000 per month (high school stream)
- Demonstrated academic excellence
- Leadership qualities and community involvement
- Genuine financial need
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID document (learner and parent/guardian)
- Academic results or school report
- Proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, or proof of SASSA grant if applicable)
- Completed application form
About Mad Leadership Foundation Scholarship
The MAD Leadership Foundation Scholarship is run by the MAD (Make A Difference) Leadership Foundation, a non-profit founded in 2003 by former Springbok rugby captain Francois Pienaar to give academically and leadership-promising young South Africans access to education despite economic barriers.
The Foundation runs several scholarship streams for high school learners and tertiary students, focused on building future leaders in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, commerce, chartered accountancy, and the construction sector. Support combines financial assistance with mentorship, leadership development, and career and life-skills training.
Funding Details
- Financial assistance towards education costs
- Living expenses support (stream-dependent)
- Personal mentorship
- Leadership development programme
- Career and life-skills training for the duration of the recipient's studies, subject to annual performance review
Where You Can Study
Not tied to a single institution - the Foundation places high school scholars at partner schools and supports tertiary scholars at South African universities and colleges offering STEM, Commerce, or Chartered Accountancy-related qualifications.
About MAD Leadership Foundation
The MAD (Make A Difference) Leadership Foundation is a South African non-profit founded in 2003 by former Springbok rugby captain Francois Pienaar, providing educational access to academically and leadership-promising yo…
View full provider profile →- Address
- Bateleur Office Park, Unit 4, 3 Pasita Street, Rosenpark, Bellville, Cape Town, 7550
- Phone
- +27 82 933 6137
- info@madleadership.org
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
- South African citizens with academic and leadership potential
- High school learners, or undergraduate students in STEM, Commerce, or Chartered Accountancy-related studies
- Applicants from households facing genuine financial need (the high school stream requires gross household income of no more than R35,000 per month)
- Applicants who can demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities, and community involvement
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Questions about this application?
Contact MAD Leadership Foundation directly:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded the MAD Leadership Foundation?
Former Springbok rugby captain Francois Pienaar founded the Foundation in 2003.
What fields does the scholarship support?
Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, commerce, chartered accountancy, and construction-related studies.
Is there an income requirement?
Yes - for the high school stream, gross household income must be no more than R35,000 per month.
What support do scholars receive beyond funding?
Personal mentorship, leadership development, and career and life-skills training throughout their studies.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted online, or by email to the Foundation, with supporting documents.
