If you are from Mpumalanga, have finished Matric (or will be in 2025), and are studying (or plan to study) in fields like Engineering, Business, IT, Law or similar, the Grand Gaming Bursary 2025 offered financial help with tuition and related study costs. The closing date was 30 May 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Grand Gaming Provider

Grand Gaming is operated by Grand Gaming Mpumalanga (Pty) Ltd and Grand Gaming Gauteng (Pty) Ltd—subsidiaries of Sun International. The company runs limited-payout gaming operations and its bursary programme forms part of its Corporate Social Investment to help underserved youth in Mpumalanga access tertiary education.

Fields Covered by the Grand Gaming Bursary

You could apply in any of the following fields:

  • Business Administration
  • Commerce / Economic Studies
  • Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • Finance (Accounting, Taxation like fields)
  • Hotel Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Information Technology
  • Legal / Law Studies
  • Management Studies
  • Marketing & Sales

Expenses Covered by the Grand Gaming Bursary

The bursary helps with key costs associated with study. Specifically, it requires a tuition or fee quotation for the 2025 academic year, and supports those financial commitments. It does not specify a monthly allowance, accommodation or all living expenses in the sources found.

Eligibility Requirements for the Grand Gaming Bursary

You had to meet all these conditions (2025 round):

  • South African citizen
  • Be aged between 18 and 35 years
  • Reside within Mpumalanga province
  • Have completed Matric
  • Be studying or intend to study one of the eligible fields at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in Mpumalanga in 2025
  • Not be receiving NSFAS or any other bursary awards
  • Be in financial need
  • Be self-motivated and ambitious

We are supporting you at BursaryForms! Here are tips to make your application stronger:

  • Make sure all documents are certified and clear (ID, Matric certificate, academic record if applicable).
  • Get proof of registration or acceptance at the institution ready.
  • Provide strong motivational details in your letter—why this bursary and what you intend to do with it.
  • Proof of residence (Mpumalanga) and proof of family financial situation (affidavit etc.) are important.

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

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How to Apply for the Grand Gaming Bursary

Application process (2025):

  • Compile required documents (certified ID, Matric certificate, academic record, proof of registration / acceptance, fee/tuition quote, proof of residence, affidavit if parents/guardians unemployed / low income, etc.)
  • Email the documentation to pubisi@grandgaming.co.za with subject “Grand Gaming Bursary 2025”

Related Bursaries in South Africa

Apply for multiple bursaries in South Africa to increase your chances of receiving funding this year.

Closing Date for the Grand Gaming Bursary

30 May 2025

This deadline has passed. Applications after that date were not accepted.

Contact the Grand Gaming Provider

For questions or more information:

Grand Gaming (Mpumalanga / Gauteng)
Contact: Priscilla Ubisi (Training Officer)
Tel: 013 120 4242
Email: pubisi@grandgaming.co.za
Website: grandgaming.co.za

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Grand Gaming Bursary.

Who was eligible to apply for the Grand Gaming Bursary 2025?+
Young South African citizens aged 18-35, residing in Mpumalanga, who had completed Matric or were going to study one of the eligible fields, in financial need, and not already receiving NSFAS/other bursaries.
Was there an application form for 2025?+
No. Applicants only had to submit the required documents via email, no separate application form was required.
Could students outside Mpumalanga apply?+
No. The bursary was limited to students residing within Mpumalanga province.
Is financial need assessed?+
Yes. Applicants needed to provide proof of financial need, like an affidavit showing unemployed parents/guardians or low income.
Was the bursary available to students already registered and first-year applicants?+
Yes. As long as you were a registered student or intending to register in one of the eligible fields at an accredited institution in Mpumalanga.
Did it include living expenses or accommodation?+
No clear confirmation was found that accommodation or allowances for living expenses were included in all cases. The bursary focused more on tuition/fee related costs.
What documents were required?+
Certified ID; Matric certificate; academic record if already studying; proof of registration; tuition/fee quotation; proof of banking details of institution; proof of residence; affidavit for parents/guardians’ financial status; motivational letter.
What happens if I missed the deadline?+
Applications submitted after 30 May 2025 were not accepted.
How do I apply?+
Send all required documents via email to pubisi@grandgaming.co.za with subject line “Grand Gaming Bursary 2025.”
Is the Grand Gaming Bursary open for 2026?+
Not confirmed yet. No reliable source has announced the 2026 round yet.

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