If you live in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District and want to study a scarce or critical skills field, the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary 2025 was a major opportunity to get financial support for your degree or diploma studies. The application deadline was 8 February 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality

Thabo Mofutsanyana is a District Municipality in the Free State province, consisting of six local municipalities: Maluti-A-Phofung, Dihlabeng, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, and Setsoto. It faces socio-economic challenges but also handles strategic development projects. The bursary program is part of its effort to support local youth and build local skills.

Fields Covered by the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary

This bursary supports students in these study areas:

  • Agriculture
  • Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
  • Community Water Services & Sanitation (BSc)
  • Disaster Management
  • Environmental & Water Science (BSc)
  • Geographical Information Science
  • Human Resources
  • Public Administration / Admin (Bachelor’s)
  • Tourism
  • Town & Regional Planning
  • Water & Science Technology (National Diploma)
  • Water Resource Management (BSc)

Expenses Covered by the Thabo Mofutsanyana Bursary

Public sources do *not* clearly list all expense categories. Known support includes:

  • Tuition / Registration fees or proof thereof from the tertiary institution
  • Academic records and matric certificate or latest results
  • Proof of residence, proof of income, motivational letter and other documentation required to assess financial need

Eligibility Requirements for the Thabo Mofutsanyana Bursary

Here are the criteria for 2025:

  • Must be aged 16 to 35 years old
  • Must reside within the Thabo Mofutsanyana District in the Free State Province
  • Must have completed Matric (Grade 12)
  • Must intend to study one of the eligible scarce or critical skills fields listed above in 2025
  • Must be accepted or intend to register at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
  • Must be in financial need; disadvantaged background preferred
  • Must demonstrate strong academic ability
  • Preference to first-time undergraduates in 2025
  • Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

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This page was updated on October 7, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the Thabo Mofutsanyana Bursary

To apply, you had to:

  • Obtain the application form. Forms were downloadable in PDF format and also available at local municipalities (Dihlabeng, Maluti A Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, Setsoto) or TMDM offices.
  • Complete the form and attach the required documents (ID, Matric or latest results, proof of acceptance, proof of residence, proof of income, etc.)
  • Submit by email to info@tmdm.gov.za with subject line “TMDM Bursary 2025” or by post / hand delivery to The Municipal Manager’s Office, 1 Mampoi Road, Old Parliament Building, Phuthaditjhaba, 9866.

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Closing Date for the Thabo Mofutsanyana Bursary

8 February 2025

This deadline has passed—late applications were not accepted.

Contact the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality

Got questions? Reach out to:

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality
Contact Person: Mr. Ti Ranokoli
Tel: 063 138 7371
Email: info@tmdm.gov.za
Address: 1 Mampoi Road, Old Parliament Building, Phuthaditjhaba, 9866, Free State
(Use “TMDM Bursary 2025” as subject for email)

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Thabo Mofutsanyana Bursary.

1. Who could apply for the TMDM Bursary?+
Residents of Thabo Mofutsanyana District, aged between 16-35, with Matric, intending to study scarce skills fields at a recognised institution.
2. Were students already in university eligible?+
Yes. As long as you have Matric and are pursuing studies in an eligible field, students already at tertiary level could apply.
3. Was this bursary only for first-year undergraduates?+
Preference was given to first-time undergraduates, but not strictly limited to them.
4. Did the bursary cover accommodation or living expenses?+
Public info did not explicitly mention accommodation, meals or stipends—focus was on registration, tuition, proof of acceptance, and academic/proof-of-need documentation.
5. Were students living with disabilities encouraged?+
Yes. Students with disabilities were encouraged to apply.
6. What was the closing date?+
8 February 2025 — applications after that were not accepted.
7. What documents were required?+
Certified ID, Matric certificate or results, academic record, proof of registration or acceptance, proof of residence, proof of parents’ or guardians’ income, motivational letter, and where applicable proof of disability or parent death.
8. How to submit the application?+
By email to info@tmdm.gov.za (subject “TMDM Bursary 2025”) or by post/hand-delivered to The Municipal Manager’s Office, 1 Mampoi Road, Old Parliament Building, Phuthaditjhaba 9866.
9. Who to contact for queries?+
Mr. Ti Ranokoli: Tel 063 138 7371, Email info@tmdm.gov.za.
10. Is the 2025 bursary still open?+
No. The 2025 bursary round is closed. The deadline was 8 February 2025.

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