If you live near Danielskuil in the Northern Cape, have strong Matric results, and want to study in a technical or industrial field like Engineering, Chemistry or Mining, the Idwala Industrial Holdings Bursary 2025 offered support for tuition, living costs, and study essentials. The closing date was 31 January 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Bursary Provider

Idwala Industrial Holdings (Pty) Ltd is a South African industrial minerals company involved in mining and processing of products like Lime, Calcium Carbonates, AgriLime, Magnetite, Pyrophyllite, and Limestone. Their community bursary scheme aims to help underprivileged learners in the Danielskuil area and Northern Cape gain qualifications in key technical fields.

Fields Covered by the Idwala Bursary

Supported study fields include:

  • Chemistry
  • Engineering
  • Mining

Expenses Covered by the Idwala Bursary

Some of the costs this bursary supported (2025 round) are:

  • Tuition / registration fees
  • Book allowance
  • Meals and accommodation (depending on funding availability)

Eligibility Requirements for the Idwala Bursary

To qualify in 2025, applicants had to meet all of these:

  • South African citizen
  • Reside within ~200 km of Danielskuil, Northern Cape
  • Have completed Matric with at least 60% in “major subjects” (major subjects meaning those relevant to chosen field)
  • Be accepted at or intending to register at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution (university or technical college) in South Africa
  • Studying or intending to study one of the core disciplines: Chemistry, Engineering, Mining
  • Applicants from designated (historically disadvantaged) groups were given preference
  • Must be top-performing, show potential for academic excellence

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

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How to Apply for the Idwala Bursary

Application steps (2025):

  • Prepare required documents: certified copy of ID, Matric certificate, academic record if already studying, proof of acceptance/registration, proof of residence, proof of household income etc.
  • Submit by email to limerecruitment@idwala.co.za with subject line “Idwala Bursary 2025” OR hand-deliver to Idwala Lime’s HR department.

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Closing Date for the Idwala Bursary

31 January 2025 at 13:00

This deadline has passed; late applications were not accepted.

Contact the Bursary Provider

For queries or for updates about future rounds, contact:

Idwala Industrial Holdings (Idwala Lime)
Email: limerecruitment@idwala.co.za
Website: idwala.co.za

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Idwala Bursary.

1. Can students outside Engineering, Chemistry or Mining apply?+
No, only those disciplines were listed as eligible in 2025.
2. Could I apply if Matric is not yet completed?+
You needed to have completed Matric; applications from Matric-in-progress were not indicated in the 2025 criteria.
3. Did the bursary include accommodation and meals?+
Yes; accommodation and meals were offered if funding was available.
4. Was academic performance important?+
Yes. A Matric pass with ≥60% in major subjects and general performance above average were required.
5. Were designated/disadvantaged groups given preference?+
Yes; preference was given to applicants from designated (historically disadvantaged) groups.
6. Could returning university students apply?+
Yes, as long as you had your academic record and acceptance, and met the criteria in a core discipline.
7. What happens if I apply after 31 January 2025?+
It would not be accepted. That deadline was firm.
8. Is financial need assessed?+
Yes; proof of household income was required.
9. Where is Danielskuil located?+
Danielskuil is in the Northern Cape Province, South Africa. The bursary targets those residing within ~200 km of Danielskuil.
10. Is the 2025 round still open?+
No. The 2025 Idwala Bursary round closed on 31 January 2025 at 13:00.

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