The Knysna Municipality Bursary 2025

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The Knysna Municipality, located in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route, offers the Mayoral Bursary Fund to support local students pursuing higher education in fields identified as scarce skills. This initiative aims to foster educational development within the community by providing financial assistance to deserving students.

About the Bursary Provider: Knysna Municipality

Knysna Municipality is situated between the Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean in the Western Cape province. The municipality encompasses areas such as Brenton, Buffalo Bay, Karatara, Noetzie, Rheenendal, and Sedgefield. As one of seven municipalities within the Garden Route district, it serves a population of over 70,000 residents across 11 wards. The municipality is committed to the socio-economic development of its residents, with a particular focus on education and skills development.

Fields Covered by the Bursary

The Mayoral Bursary Fund is designed to support students residing within the Knysna Municipal District who are pursuing studies in scarce skills areas. While specific fields may vary annually based on identified needs, emphasis is usually placed on disciplines such as Engineering and Science. Applicants are encouraged to verify the current year's priority fields before applying.

Bursary Coverage

The bursary awards vary in amount and cover a percentage of tuition and book expenses, with funds paid directly to tertiary institutions. Any awarded bursaries that are not claimed within a month will be revoked and reassigned

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements. Failure to meet all criteria will result in disqualification:  

- Must be a South African citizen.  

- Must be a resident of the Greater Knysna Municipal Area in the Western Cape province.  

- Must have successfully completed Matric.  

- Must be currently studying or planning to study full-time in 2025 towards a qualification in a scarce skills sector.  

- Must be enrolled or intend to enrol at a SAQA-accredited tertiary or TVET institution in South Africa.  

- Preference will be given to students facing financial hardship and those from historically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Application Process

Prospective applicants are required to complete the official Knysna Municipality Bursary Application Form. This form can be obtained from the Knysna Municipality's official website or directly from the Mayor’s Office in Clyde Street, Knysna.

Steps to Apply:

  1. Obtain the Application Form: Download the form from the municipality's website or collect it in person. Download application form.

  2. Complete the Form: Fill out all sections accurately and legibly, ensuring that all information provided is correct.

  3. Prepare Supporting Documents: Gather certified copies of the required documents as outlined below.

  4. Submit the Application: Applications can be submitted via post or hand-delivered to the Mayor’s Office.

Submission Addresses:

  • Postal Address:

    P.O. Box 21
    Knysna
    6570

  • Hand Delivery:

    Mayor’s Office
    Clyde Street
    Knysna
    Western Cape
    South Africa
    6570

Important: Applications sent via email or fax will not be accepted.

Documentation Required

Applicants must include clear, certified copies of the following supporting documents with their application:

1. Certified copy of your South African Identity Document (ID).  

2. Final school certificate (e.g., Matric certificate).  

3. Most recent academic results from a college, university, or other tertiary institution.  

4. Official proof of income for all household earners (refer to Section B for details).  

5. Letter of acceptance from the institution for the relevant academic year.  

6. Institution’s official banking details, provided on their bank letterhead

Failure to submit any of the required documents may result in the disqualification of the application.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Knysna Municipality Mayoral Bursary applications is 14 February 2025 at 12:00 PM. Late applications will not be considered, so it is imperative to submit all required materials before the deadline.

Contact Details

For any inquiries or further information regarding the bursary, applicants can contact:

Applicants are advised to reach out during 

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