Mbuyelo Coal Bursary South Africa 2027 — Khashani Colliery (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Mbuyelo Group, invites students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year. Mbuyelo Coal is a proudly South African mining company focused on the responsible development and extraction of coal resources to support the country’s energy needs. Through its operations, the company aims to contribute to economic growth, job creation and sustainable community development in the regions where it operates. Khashani Colliery, one of Mbuyelo Coal’s key mining operations located in Mpumalanga, plays an important role in the company’s production portfolio and is committed to uplifting surrounding communities by investing in education and skills development.
About Mbuyelo Coal & Khashani Colliery
Mbuyelo Coal is a proudly South African mining company focused on the responsible development and extraction of coal resources to support the country’s energy needs. Through its operations, the company aims to contribute to economic growth, job creation and sustainable community development in the regions where it operates.
Khashani Colliery, one of Mbuyelo Coal’s key mining operations located in Mpumalanga, plays an important role in the company’s production portfolio. In addition to its mining activities, the colliery is committed to uplifting surrounding communities by investing in education and skills development. As part of this commitment, Mbuyelo Coal and Khashani Colliery support initiatives such as bursary programmes aimed at empowering promising South African students to pursue tertiary studies and build careers that will contribute to the future of the mining industry and the country.
Location: Mpumalanga • Operation: Khashani Colliery • Academic Year: 2027
Fields Covered by Mbuyelo Coal Bursary South Africa 2027
Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate degree studies, within these fields:
- Electrical Engineering (BSc)
- Geology (BSc)
- Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
- Metallurgical Engineering (BSc)
- Mining Engineering (BSc)
- Survey
Eligibility Requirements for Mbuyelo Coal Bursary South Africa 2027
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate degree qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2027
- You must be accepted to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa
- You must have a strong academic record
Preference: Students who reside in Ga-nala, within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga).
Important Notes
- Renewal: The bursary is renewable each year, dependent on satisfactory academic performance
- Feedback: Successful candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the closing date – if you have not received any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful
How to Apply for Mbuyelo Coal Bursary South Africa 2027
Step 1: Request a copy of the application form via email.
Email address: hr.khashani@mbuyelo.com
Email subject line: “Mbuyelo Bursary 2027”
⏰ Closing Date: 30 March 2026
Important: Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Required Documents
You may be requested to submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application form:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Proof of admission at a tertiary institution (on institution’s letterhead)
- Full academic record, if currently studying (on institution’s letterhead)
- Proof of residence (certified by local authority or Municipality)
Contact & Resources
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Mbuyelo directly:
- Email: hr.khashani@mbuyelo.com
- Website: https://www.mbuyelo.com/
About Mbuyelo Group: Mbuyelo is a home-grown mining group with operations including Rirhandzu Colliery, Mbuyelo Mining Contractors, and Maboko Colliery. The company operates on the principle that “rewards are received for work/effort put in.”
Programme Details
- Company: Mbuyelo Coal / Khashani Colliery (Pty) Ltd
- Bursary Name: Mbuyelo Coal Bursary Programme
- Academic Year: 2027
- Study Level: Undergraduate degree
- Fields: Electrical Engineering, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Survey
- Target Group: Matric students or Matric graduates with strong academic record
- Preference: Students residing in Ga-nala, Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga)
- Renewal: Annually, based on satisfactory academic performance
- Application Method: Request form via email then submit with documents
- Closing Date: 30 March 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Mbuyelo Coal Bursary?
A bursary programme offered by Khashani Colliery (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Mbuyelo Group, for the 2027 academic year to students pursuing undergraduate degrees in mining-related fields including Electrical Engineering, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Survey.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
South African citizens currently in Matric or who have completed Matric, intending to study towards an undergraduate degree in eligible fields at a recognized South African university in 2027, with a strong academic record.
3. What fields of study are covered?
Electrical Engineering, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Survey (all BSc undergraduate degrees).
4. Is there preference for certain areas?
Yes, preference will be given to students who reside in Ga-nala, within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga).
5. Can the bursary be renewed?
Yes, the bursary is renewable each year dependent on satisfactory academic performance.
6. How do I apply?
Request a copy of the application form via email at hr.khashani@mbuyelo.com with “Mbuyelo Bursary 2027” in the subject line. Complete the form and submit it with the required documents before the closing date.
7. What documents are required?
Certified ID, certified Matric results/certificate, proof of university admission, full academic record (if currently studying), and certified proof of residence.
8. When is the closing date?
30 March 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.
9. When will I know if my application is successful?
Successful candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the closing date. If you have not received any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.
10. Where can I find more mining bursaries?
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
Mbuyelo Coal • Khashani Colliery
Bursary Programme 2027
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