Sibona Ilanga Trust

Sibona Ilanga Trust Bursary Programme

General 30 September 2026 Chamu application

StudyTrust-managed community bursary for applicants living within 50km of the De Aar Solar Power plant.

Funding details

Fields covered: NQF level 6 technical or vocational training, National Diplomas and degree programmes at recognised South African institutions.
Coverage value: Tuition, registration, examination fees, accommodation, meals and learning materials where awarded.

South African citizen
Resides within 50km of the De Aar Solar Power plant
Accepted at a recognised public or private South African tertiary education or training institution
Completed application form and supporting documents are required
Academic performance and financial need are considered

No structured academic requirements have been captured for this bursary yet.

These are the files Chamu will attach to your bursary application.

One academic file required

Covering letter

A short letter introducing the applicant and motivation for the bursary.

Certified copy of ID document Required

Upload the front and back if they are separate files.

Curriculum Vitae Required

Current CV with education, achievements, and activities.

Certified copy of Matric certificate Academic

Required if Matric has been completed. One academic record option must be uploaded.

Full academic record or transcript Academic

Use tertiary institution letterhead where available. One academic record option must be uploaded.

Grade 12 marks Academic

Latest Grade 12 marks are accepted when Matric is not complete.

Grade 11 marks Academic

Grade 11 final marks may support current Matric applications.

Family IDs

Certified ID copies for parents, legal guardian, or spouse, if financial need applies.

Proof of income

Payslips, employment letters, or retrenchment letters for parents or guardians. Not needed for SASSA grant recipients.

Special case documents

Disability Annexure A or Vulnerable Child Declaration, if applicable.