If you live in Vhembe District, passed Matric, and want to study a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in fields like Engineering, Business, Agriculture or Environmental Management, the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary 2025 offered you full application access. The closing date was 24 January 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Vhembe District Municipality

Vhembe District Municipality is in Limpopo province, with its headquarters in Thohoyandou. It covers several local municipalities (Musina, Makhado, Thulamela etc.). The Executive Mayor’s bursary programme targets disadvantaged students in the district, aiming to support their tertiary education and assist in building local skills.

Fields Covered by the Vhembe District Mayoral Bursary

Eligible study/fields for Diploma or Bachelor’s include:

  • Administration & Management
  • Agriculture
  • Development / Youth Development Studies
  • Business, Finance, Accounting / Auditing
  • Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, Chemical, etc.)
  • Environmental / Disaster / Waste Management
  • Hydrology & Water / Waste Management
  • Information Technology
  • Media Studies
  • Regional & Town Planning
  • Tourism

Expenses Covered by the Vhembe Mayoral Bursary

The bursary covers core academic funding: tuition / registration fees, and may include other study-related costs. The details did not list a monthly allowance or full living/accommodation support in the sources I found.

Eligibility Requirements for the Vhembe Mayoral Bursary

You needed to meet all of these:

  • South African citizen
  • Resident within Vhembe District (Limpopo)
  • Completed Matric
  • Be studying or intending to study for a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in one of the listed fields at a recognised tertiary institution (or have provisional acceptance)
  • From a disadvantaged background

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

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How to Apply for the Vhembe Mayoral Bursary

For the 2025 round, this was how it worked:

  • Obtain and complete the official application form. It could be downloaded or collected from local municipalities (Musina, Makhado, Thulamela, Collins Chabane) or from the Executive Mayor’s Office in Thohoyandou.
  • Attach supporting documents:
    – Certified copy of ID
    – Matric final results or certificate
    – Full academic record (if already studying)
    – Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance at HEI
    – Parents/guardians’ ID & proof of income (or affidavit if unemployed)
    – Proof of residence (SANCO / Headman / Civic)
  • Submit your application by post to:
    The Municipal Manager, Private Bag x5006, Thohoyandou, 0950

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Closing Date for the Vhembe Mayoral Bursary

24 January 2025 at 12:00 pm.

This deadline has passed. Late applications were not accepted.

Contact the Vhembe District Municipality

If you have questions or need to check for future rounds:

Vhembe District Municipality – Executive Mayor’s Office
Tel: 015 960 2008 / 015 960 2012
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 07:45 to 16:30
Address: Private Bag x5006, Thohoyandou, 0950, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary.

Is the Vhembe Mayoral Bursary 2026 open yet?+
No reliable announcement was found yet confirming the 2026 round. Watch the Vhembe municipality’s website or local notices.
Can Matric-in-progress learners apply?+
Yes — Matric learners or those who have completed Matric could apply, provided they meet the other criteria.
Do I need to already be enrolled at university?+
No. You could also apply if you intended to study, as long as you had provisional acceptance.
Is there a minimum academic average required?+
The sources did not list a specific minimum percentage for all applicants; however, strong academic antecedents were expected.
Must I reside in Vhembe District?+
Yes — residency in Vhembe District (Limpopo) was a required condition.
Are both diploma and degree students eligible?+
Yes — the bursary was open to both Diploma and Bachelor’s degree students.
Will I be notified if my application fails?+
If you were not contacted within 3 months after the closing date, the application is deemed unsuccessful.
Can parents/guardians’ unemployed status be considered?+
Yes — applicants had to submit proof of income or an affidavit if parents/guardians were unemployed.
Does the bursary include accommodation or living expenses?+
The available sources did not confirm that accommodation or a living-allowance was included in all cases. Applicants should verify with the municipality.
What happens if I miss the deadline?+
Then your application would not be accepted. The 2025 closing date was firm: 24 January 2025.

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