Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027 | Apply Now

About the Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT)

The Genesis Educational Foundation Trust bursary is the educational arm of Genesis Analytics – a leading impact and strategy consultancy. The principal objective of GEFT is to support initiatives that promote the educational and professional development of young people from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, as described in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, primarily in the fields of economics (and related disciplines) and public health.

The GEFT bursary is offered to eligible young South African students to study towards their Honours or Master’s degree in these overarching fields at a recognised South African university.

The Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027 invites students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.

Organisation: Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) • Focus: Economics and Public Health • Study level: Postgraduate (Honours or Master’s) • Academic Year: 2027

What Fields of Study Are Covered?

The Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded for Postgraduate studies (Honours or Master’s Degree) within the fields of Economics (and related fields) and Public Health.

Note: The bursary will NOT fund undergraduate studies.

What Expenses Does the Bursary Cover?

The Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027 will provide full or partial cover for the following expenses:

• Tuition fees
• Prescribed books
• Stationery

GEFT may also provide funding for additional expenses, such as:

• Accommodation
• Living allowance
• Transport

Note: Additional expenses are dependent on the Trust’s available funds.

Eligibility Requirements for the Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027

Before you apply for the Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.

• You must be a South African citizen by birth
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Postgraduate (Honours or Master’s) Degree within one of the fields listed above
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised university in South Africa
• You must have achieved and maintained a minimum overall average of 65% for your undergraduate or Honours degree (if applying for a Master’s studies)
• You must be from a previously disadvantaged background (per the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998)

Selection Process

• Applications are received and screened against required skills, competencies, and experience
• An initial exploratory telephonic interview will be held
• You will be asked to complete an online case study assessment
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a panel interview
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 26 August 2026. If you do not receive any feedback by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Successful candidates are added to the internship database and offers are made dependent on available project work

Required Documents

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application for the Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027. All documents must be certified.

• ID document
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivational letter (1 page) describing your goals and the Genesis practice areas you are interested in (visit the Genesis Analytics website and look under the “What We Do” section)
• Full academic record / transcripts from your first year of study to current date (on university letterhead) – all academic records must be combined into 1 PDF document
• Master’s degree applicants: Honours transcripts (on university letterhead)
• A writing sample (essay / proposal / assignment) – a recent submission from the current or previous academic year

Contact Information

If you have any queries related to the Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact the Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) directly:

• Email: recruitment@genesis-analytics.com

Genesis Educational Foundation (GEFT) Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary

• Organisation: Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT)
• Bursary Name: GEFT Bursary Programme
• Academic Year: 2027
• Who can apply: South African citizens by birth from previously disadvantaged backgrounds
• Fields of study: Economics (and related fields), Public Health
• Study level: Postgraduate (Honours or Master’s) – NOT undergraduate
• Institution type: Recognised university in South Africa
• Minimum academic requirement: 65% overall average (for Master’s applicants)
• What is covered: Tuition fees, prescribed books, stationery (full or partial)
• Additional expenses: Accommodation, living allowance, transport (dependent on funds)
• Selection process: Screening, telephonic interview, online case study assessment, panel interview
• Notification date: By 26 August 2026
• Required documents: ID, CV, motivational letter (1 page), full academic record (1 PDF), Honours transcripts (Master’s applicants), writing sample
• Application method: Online via Workable portal (NO email applications)
• Closing date: 21 August 2026