Funding your studies

1. Between the ages of 17 – 25 years old.
2. Currently in Grade 12 OR have university exemption.
3. Need financial assistance to pursue a qualification in performing or visual arts as a South African tertiary/accredited institution, for studies commencing in 2027.
4. Not currently registered at a tertiary institution/accredited institution for the 2026 academic year.
5. Do not have an existing tertiary qualification in an arts/creative discipline from a South African tertiary/accredited institution.
6. Not considered a professional artist – (have specialized training/and or employed full time in their artistic discipline).
7. Not a 2025 ACT Nyoloha Scholarship Programme participant or finalist.
8. Willing and able to commit to the 6-month duration of the programme.

Undergraduate Studies

• Academic results:
  • Full academic Transcripts
  • Proof of registration and/or Fee Statement
  • Copy of matric certificate
• Copy of ID
• Comprehensive CV focusing on Academics, Extra-mural activities and Leadership skills
• A motivation to support your application that answers the following questions:
  • In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
  • Why do you want to study actuarial science?
  • Why do you believe you have what it takes to become an actuary?
  • Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
  • If you are not successful at becoming an actuary, what other career paths are you considering?

School-leaving learners who intend to study Actuarial Science in 2027

• Academic results:
  • Final 2025 Grade 11 results 
  • Grade 12 mid-year 2026 results
  • NBT results (only if available) 
• Final grade 12 results may be used as determining factor
• An above 90% score in Mathematics and an overall A aggregate
• Comprehensive CV focusing on Academics, Extra-mural activities and Leadership skills
• A motivation to support your application that answers the following questions:
  • In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
  • Why do you want to study actuarial science?
  • Why do you believe you have what it takes to become an actuary?
  • Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
  • If you are not successful at becoming an actuary, what other career paths are you considering?

• You must be a South African citizen between the ages of 17 and 25 years old
• You must have completed in Matric or currently be in Matric
• Your must have achieved more than 70% for Maths (not Maths Lit), 70% for Physical Science and 60% for English in Matric or Grade 11 if you are currently in Matric
• You must intend to study full time at a university supported by Sappi for Engineering studies

• 65%+ Aggregate
• 2nd, 3rd, 4th academic year/PGDA,CTA
• South African citizens
• 27 years old and younger
   

• 60%+ Aggregate
• 2nd, 3rd & 4th (Advanced Diploma) academic year
• South African citizen
• 27 years old and younger

• 60%+ Aggregate
• 2nd, 3rd or 4th academic year
• SA citizen
• 27 years old and younger

• South African citizens residing within City of Ekurhuleni (proof required).
• Between 18 and 35 years of age.
• Completed Grade 12
• Secured an acceptance letter or proof of registration for the 2026 academic year.
• Provide proof of total monthly household income
• Successful applicants must sign a bursary contract with the City.
• Bursary recipients may be required to complete vacation work in municipal departments.
• Students must maintain a minimum yearly average of 70% to continue receiving the bursary.
• The City reserves the right to withdraw the bursary for poor academic performance or misconduct.