The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary 2026 — The Mwelase Group of Companies invites suitably qualified and motivated candidates to apply for sixteen (16) bursary opportunities for the 2026 academic year. This financial support programme is designed to assist South African students pursuing studies in agriculture, mining, engineering, finance, IT, and related fields. As part of its commitment to skills development and youth empowerment, the company aims to invest in students passionate about contributing to the country’s agricultural growth, food security, and industrial development.
About The Mwelase Group of Companies
The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary is a financial support programme designed to assist South African students who are pursuing studies in agriculture and related fields. As part of its commitment to skills development and youth empowerment, the company aims to invest in students who are passionate about contributing to the country’s agricultural growth and food security.
Fields Covered by The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary 2026
Preference will be given to applicants who intend to pursue studies in the following disciplines:
- Mining Engineering / Mining Survey / Geology or Metallurgy
- Safety or Environmental Management
- Financial Management or Accounting Sciences
- Business Administration
- Information Technology or Information Systems and Design
- Human Resources Management
- Engineering (Electrical / Mechanical)
- Operations Management
Eligibility Requirements for The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary 2026
New Students (First Year)
- South African Citizen
- Minimum of 70% for Mathematics and Physical Science and as per Institution requirements for engineering fields
- Minimum of 60% for Mathematics and Physical Science in Technical field
- Minimum of 60% for Mathematics and Accounting in the Commerce field
Tertiary Students (Undergraduate Studies)
- South African citizen
- Academic record with a minimum 65% aggregate
- Motivational letter requesting bursary funding
- Applicants cannot be recipients of a bursary by another Organisation or funding scheme (NSFAS)
Additional Considerations
- Preference will be given to residents of Emalahleni and Steve Tshwete Municipalities
- Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged individuals
Expenses Covered by The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary 2026
- Tuition fees
- Meals & Accommodation
- Prescribed textbooks
- Compulsory academic excursions or seminars (where applicable)
The bursary is granted for the duration of qualification and is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
Selection Process
- Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview
- Successful applicants will be required to sign a bursary agreement with the Company
NB: Communication will only be limited to selected candidates. If you do not hear from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
How to Apply for The Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary 2026
Application Method: Email your application and supporting documents.
Email address: hr@mwelasemining.co.za
⏰ Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Important: Submit your application and supporting documents to the email address above. Ensure all required documents are included.
Required Documents
Please submit your application and supporting documents to hr@mwelasemining.co.za. Required documents may include:
- Certified copy of ID document
- Academic results/record (Matric results for first-year applicants; full academic record for tertiary students)
- Motivational letter requesting bursary funding (required for tertiary students)
- Proof of residence
- Any other supporting documents as specified
Programme Details
- Company: The Mwelase Group of Companies
- Bursary Name: Mwelase Group Bursary Programme
- Number of Bursaries: 16
- Academic Year: 2026
- Study Levels: First-year and Undergraduate students
- Fields: Mining, Engineering, Safety, Environmental, Finance, Accounting, Business, IT, HR, Operations
- Coverage: Tuition, Meals & Accommodation, Textbooks, Academic excursions/seminars
- Renewal: Annually, subject to satisfactory academic performance
- Application Method: Email to hr@mwelasemining.co.za
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Mwelase Group of Companies Bursary?
A financial support programme offering 16 bursaries for the 2026 academic year to South African students pursuing studies in agriculture, mining, engineering, finance, IT, and related fields. The bursary covers tuition, meals, accommodation, textbooks, and academic excursions, and is renewable annually subject to academic performance.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
South African citizens. First-year applicants need minimum 70% (Maths & Science for engineering), 60% (Technical fields), or 60% (Maths & Accounting for Commerce). Tertiary students need 65% aggregate, motivational letter, and cannot have other bursaries/NSFAS. Preference to Emalahleni/Steve Tshwete residents and historically disadvantaged individuals.
3. What fields of study are covered?
Mining Engineering, Mining Survey, Geology, Metallurgy, Safety Management, Environmental Management, Financial Management, Accounting Sciences, Business Administration, Information Technology, Information Systems and Design, Human Resources Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Operations Management.
4. What does the bursary cover?
Tuition fees, meals and accommodation, prescribed textbooks, and compulsory academic excursions or seminars (where applicable). The bursary is granted for the duration of qualification and is renewable annually subject to satisfactory academic performance.
5. How do I apply?
Submit your application and supporting documents via email to hr@mwelasemining.co.za. Closing date: 20 February 2026.
6. What is the selection process?
Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview. Successful applicants will sign a bursary agreement with the Company. Communication will only be limited to selected candidates.
7. When will I know if my application is successful?
If you do not hear from the Company within 21 days after the closing date (20 February 2026), please consider your application unsuccessful.
8. What are the academic requirements for first-year students?
Engineering fields: 70% minimum for Mathematics and Physical Science. Technical fields: 60% minimum for Mathematics and Physical Science. Commerce fields: 60% minimum for Mathematics and Accounting.
9. Can I apply if I already have NSFAS funding?
No, applicants cannot be recipients of a bursary by another Organisation or funding scheme, including NSFAS.
10. Who should I contact for more information?
Email hr@mwelasemining.co.za for any queries. For more mining and engineering bursaries, explore our mining bursaries database or check engineering bursaries.
For more mining and engineering bursaries, visit EduFunds.co.za
The Mwelase Group of Companies
Bursary Programme 2026 • 16 Opportunities
Skills Development • Youth Empowerment • Agricultural & Industrial Growth