Bitou Municipality Mayoral Partial Bursary 2026 — The Bitou Municipality in the Western Cape invites applications for its Mayoral Bursary Fund for the 2026 academic year. This municipal initiative supports students residing within the Bitou Municipal area who are pursuing qualifications at SAQA-accredited institutions in South Africa, with preference given to those studying scarce skills programmes such as engineering, science, and water-related courses.
About the Bitou Municipality Bursary
The Bitou Municipality Mayoral Bursary Fund is a local government initiative designed to support the educational advancement of residents within the Bitou Municipal area in the Western Cape. This bursary programme specifically aims to address skills shortages in the region by prioritising students pursuing qualifications in critical fields that align with local development needs.
Preference will be given to students pursuing scarce skills programmes including engineering, science, and water-related courses that support local and regional development priorities.
Eligibility Requirements for Bitou Municipality Mayoral Partial Bursary 2026
- Must reside within the Bitou Municipal area (Western Cape)
- Must plan to study or be studying towards a qualification at a SAQA-accredited institution in South Africa
- Preference given to scarce skills programmes (engineering, science, water-related courses)
- Must submit application in writing using the prescribed form
- All required supporting documents must be included
Important: Failure to submit all required documents will result in immediate disqualification from consideration.
Required Documents for Bitou Municipality Mayoral Partial Bursary 2026
- Completed official application form
- Grade 12 results or equivalent qualification
- Proof of registration at university/TVET college
- Latest academic results (for current students)
- Certified copy of applicant’s ID document
- Certified copies of parents’ ID documents
- Proof of parents’ combined income (affidavit supported)
- Proof of residential address (municipal account)
Priority Fields of Study
- Engineering (all disciplines)
- Science (natural and applied sciences)
- Water-related courses
- Other SAQA-accredited qualifications
While all qualifications at SAQA-accredited institutions are considered, applicants in these scarce skills fields receive preference during selection.
How to Apply
Application Form: Download and complete the official Bitou Municipality bursary application form.