Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027 | Apply Now

About the Orange South Africa Trust

The Orange South Africa Trust was established as part of Orange’s broader social investment efforts. The Trust supports initiatives aimed at empowering talented students and helping address barriers to tertiary education.

Through its bursary opportunities, the Orange South Africa Trust provides financial support to deserving students pursuing selected fields of study at recognised tertiary institutions.

The Orange South Africa Trust, in partnership with Siyakha, is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.

Organisation: Orange South Africa Trust • Partner: Siyakha • Focus: STEM and IT • Mission: Empowering talented students • Academic Year: 2027

What Fields of Study Are Covered?

The Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027 will be awarded for Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or IT (Information Technology) qualifications.

Expenses Covered

The Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027 will provide cover for the following expenses:

• Tuition fees
• Registration fees
• Learning materials
• Software and equipment
• Data

Note: The bursary may also cover accommodation, subject to funding and individual need.

Eligibility Requirements for the Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027

Before you apply for the Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 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
• You must be Black
• You must be between 18 and 35 years old
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics in Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards an Undergraduate or Postgraduate STEM or IT-related qualification
• You must have achieved satisfactory academic progress, if currently studying
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa

Required Documents

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application. All documents must be submitted in PDF format.

• ID document
• Matric latest results (if currently in Matric)
• Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
• Latest academic transcripts (if currently studying)
• Proof of registration or admission
• Motivation letter to support your application (500 words)
• Curriculum Vitae, highlighting academic achievements and experience
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed / affidavit if unemployed)
• Parents or guardians 3 months bank statements
• Proof of disability (if applicable)

Contact Information

If you have any queries related to the Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027, please contact the Orange SA Trust directly:

• Contact person: Mbali Msomi
• Email: mbali.msomi@siyakha.co.za

Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027 – Quick Summary

• Organisation: Orange South Africa Trust
• Bursary Name: Orange South Africa Trust Bursary Programme
• Partner: Siyakha
• Academic Year: 2027
• Who can apply: Black South African citizens aged 18–35
• Fields of study: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or IT
• Study level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
• Institution type: Recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Key requirements: 70% for Mathematics in Matric, currently in Matric or completed Matric
• Expenses covered: Tuition fees, registration fees, learning materials, software, equipment, data (accommodation subject to funding)
• Required documents: ID, Matric results/certificate, academic transcripts, proof of registration, motivation letter (500 words), CV, proof of income, 3 months bank statements, proof of disability
• Document format: All documents must be in PDF format
• Application method: Online via Tally.so portal
• Closing date: 30 September 2026