Indalo Education Bursary South Africa 2026

About iNdalo Water Technologies

iNdalo Water Technologies (Pty) Ltd is a South African environmental engineering company specialising in sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions. The name iNdalo, meaning nature or environment in isiXhosa and isiZulu, reflects the company’s commitment to protecting natural resources through innovative and environmentally friendly technologies.

The company designs, builds and operates treatment systems for potable water, wastewater, cooling water, and boiler feed water across various industries. With a team of qualified engineers and technical experts, iNdalo delivers reliable solutions that improve water quality, reduce usage, lower costs, and support environmental compliance.

The Indalo Education Fund, established by the iNdalo Water Technologies (Pty) Ltd Foundation, extends this commitment beyond engineering. The Fund supports education and skills development initiatives that empower young South Africans, helping build future leaders in sustainability, engineering, and environmental management.

Study Levels: Undergraduate, Honours, Masters, PhD • Academic Year: 2026 • Fields: STEM, Commerce, Humanities (water sector focused)

Fields Covered by Indalo Education Bursary South Africa 2026

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Honours, Masters, and PhD) studies in STEM, Commerce and Humanities, which are all vital to the water industry. The following specific fields will be funded:

Commerce & Economics

• Finance
• Supply Chain
• Project Management
• Economics for the water sector

Engineering & Technology

• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering for water infrastructure and systems

Environmental Management

• Sustainability
• Conservation
• Resource Management for long-term water security

Health & Public Administration

• Public Health
• Development Studies
• Governance for water service delivery

Humanities & Social Sciences

• Policy
• Law
• Communications
• Community Development to shape water governance

Natural & Applied Sciences

• Chemistry
• Biology
• Environmental Science
• Earth Sciences for water quality and ecosystems

Expenses Covered by Indalo Education Bursary South Africa 2026

Undergraduate Students

• Full tuition fees for the duration of your studies
• Books and equipment allowance
• Access to the industry mentorship program
• Opportunity to gain practical experience through internships at water facilities

Postgraduate Students

• Full tuition fees
• Research costs and living allowance
• Access to equipment, laboratories and research networks
• Funding for conference attendance and journal publications
• Access to industry placement opportunities

Eligibility Requirements for Indalo Education Bursary South Africa 2026

Undergraduate Bursary

• South African citizen or permanent resident in South Africa
• You must have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification within one of the fields listed above
• You must have an interest in the water sector and be passionate about contributing to the water sector
• You must have a strong academic record, with a minimum overall average of 60%
• You must have proven financial need

Postgraduate Bursary

• You must be studying towards a Honours, Masters, or PhD qualification within one of the fields listed above
• You must have a strong academic record, with a minimum overall average of 65%
• You must be studying or enrolled at a university in South Africa
• You must be committed to contributing to the water sector
• You must have a research proposal that is relevant to the water sector, in any discipline

Required Documents

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Undergraduate students: Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Undergraduate students: Full academic record, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Postgraduate students: Full academic record (certified copy)
• Postgraduate students: Research proposal relevant to the water sector
• Proof of university enrollment or registration

Contact

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Indalo Education directly:

• Email: applications@indaloeducation.co.za

Programme Details

• Company: iNdalo Water Technologies (Pty) Ltd Foundation
• Fund: Indalo Education Fund
• Bursary Name: Indalo Education Bursary
• Academic Year: 2026
• Study Levels: Undergraduate, Honours, Masters, PhD
• Fields: Commerce & Economics, Engineering & Technology, Environmental Management, Health & Public Administration, Humanities & Social Sciences, Natural & Applied Sciences (all water sector focused)
• Academic Requirements: Minimum 60% (Undergraduate) or 65% (Postgraduate)
• Coverage: Full tuition, books/equipment, mentorship, internships (Undergraduate); Full tuition, research costs, living allowance, conference funding, industry placement (Postgraduate)
• Application Method: Online at indaloeducation.co.za (separate links for undergraduate/postgraduate)
• Closing Date: 1 March 2026