Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary South Africa

The Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary 2025 is currently closed. The last application deadline was 21 April 2025. This bursary supports youth from the Joe Morolong Local Municipality, Northern Cape, to study full-time at South African universities and universities of technology. If you are planning ahead for the next intake, here is all you need to know. At BursaryForms, we keep you informed and ready for future opportunities.

About the Assmang & Joe Morolong Partnership

Assmang Black Rock Mine, based in Hotazel in the Northern Cape, partners with the Joe Morolong Local Municipality to fund this bursary. The programme focuses on empowering local students by offering study opportunities in fields needed for community and economic development. It is targeted at historically disadvantaged students who show academic potential but require financial support.

Fields Covered by the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary

The bursary covers full-time undergraduate studies in:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Biochemistry
  • Commerce
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Law
  • MBCHB / Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Social Science
  • Town and Regional Planning

Expenses Covered by the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary

The bursary assists with the major costs of undergraduate study. While exact benefits are not fully listed, it generally supports tuition fees and may cover additional student expenses depending on need and programme funding.

Eligibility Requirements for the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary

Applicants must meet these requirements:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be aged between 18 and 35
  • Reside within the Joe Morolong Local Municipality
  • Have completed Matric (or be currently in Matric)
  • Be studying or intending to study in one of the listed fields
  • Be accepted at an accredited South African university or university of technology
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be from a historically disadvantaged background
  • Not hold another bursary or student loan

Application success tips from BursaryForms:

  • Collect certified documents early to avoid delays
  • Write a motivational letter linking your goals to your chosen field
  • Mention any community involvement to strengthen your application
  • Submit before the deadline—late applications are not accepted

This page was updated on September 26, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary

In the 2025 cycle, applications were submitted by completing the official form and emailing it with certified supporting documents to bursary@joemorolong.gov.za.

Required documents included:

  • Certified South African ID copy
  • Matric certificate or latest results
  • Proof of acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution
  • Proof of residence
  • Proof of household income
  • Motivational letter

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 Joe Morolong Assmang Bursary

21 April 2025. The bursary is now closed. Applicants must wait for the next cycle announcement, usually made early each year.

Contact the Bursary Provider

Joe Morolong Local Municipality (with Assmang Black Rock Mine)
Tel: 053 773 9300
Mobile: 082 839 2700
Email: bursary@joemorolong.gov.za
Website: check Joe Morolong Local Municipality or Assmang announcements

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the bursary closed on 21 April 2025. Students must wait for the next intake announcement.
Applicants must be South African citizens aged 18–35, living in the Joe Morolong Local Municipality, and planning to study in one of the approved fields.
Fields include Agricultural Science, Biochemistry, Commerce, Education, IT, Law, Medicine, Nursing, Social Science, and Town Planning.
Public details confirm tuition support; other allowances may be included but are not specified. Applicants should confirm with the provider.
No. Applicants must not be funded by another bursary or student loan.
During open periods, the form is available via Joe Morolong Municipality or Assmang Black Rock Mine communications.
Required documents include ID, Matric results, proof of registration/acceptance, proof of residence, proof of income, and a motivational letter.
Applications must be emailed to bursary@joemorolong.gov.za before the deadline, with the subject line “Joe Morolong Bursary”.
The bursary typically opens early in the year. Students should monitor official announcements in January–March.
Contact the Joe Morolong Local Municipality Bursary Office at 053 773 9300 or email bursary@joemorolong.gov.za.