Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Bursaries 2024

The Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) is welcoming applications from South African students for the Bursary Programme for the academic year 2024.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 10 November 2023

The Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Program for 2024 is offering bursaries for undergraduate and postgraduate (Honours level) studies in the following fields:

• Accounting Sciences (CA stream – Chartered Accountant)
• BCTA (Bridging Certificate in the Theory of Accounting)
• Investment Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (CTA)

Eligibility Requirements for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary:

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria to be eligible for the bursary:

• South African citizenship.
• Residency in the Rustenburg area, specifically in one of the 29 villages located in the Rustenburg valley.
• Age of 35 years or younger.
• Completion of Matric.
• Full-time enrollment in a qualification within the specified fields.
• Entrance into the first, second, or third year of undergraduate studies or entry into Honour studies in 2024.
• Enrollment or application at a recognized public tertiary institution in South Africa (University or University of Technology).
• Unemployment.
• Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the chosen qualification.
• A minimum overall average of 65% if currently studying.
• Not receiving any other bursary funding or NSFAS funding.

How to Apply for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary:

Applications should be submitted online through the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary Application 2024 portal.

Please enter “StudentRoom” in the field where you are asked how you heard about the Royal Bafokeng Holdings Bursary.

Ensure that you include clear copies of the following supporting documents along with your online application:

• ID document (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
• Matric certificate
• Certificates of any completed qualifications, if applicable
• Proof of registration and acceptance at an accredited institution (on the institution’s letterhead)
• Official copy of your full academic record/transcript, if currently studying (on the institution’s letterhead)
• Most recent tuition statement
• 2022 academic year tuition statement, if currently studying
• Signed lease agreement, if residing in private accommodation
• Proof of residence (stamped and signed letter from the traditional council or relevant local municipality – not older than 3 months)
• Brief Curriculum Vitae
• Motivational letters/essays on the following topics:
  1. About yourself, your family, and your background
  2. Why you chose your qualification and how you envision it furthering your career
  3. Why you should be awarded an RBH Bursary

Please note that all documents will undergo a verification and vetting process, and shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their parents or guardians’ ID documents.