Are you passionate about pursuing a career in the investment industry, data science, or other key fields that shape the future? The Old Mutual Investment Group is inviting applications for the prestigious Imfundo Trust Bursary / Scholarship for 2026.
This bursary initiative is designed to support deserving students while contributing to the transformation and growth of South Africa’s investment and finance sectors.
About the Imfundo Trust
The Imfundo Trust, founded by Old Mutual Investment Group, aims to provide financial assistance to talented students who want to further their studies in disciplines aligned with South Africa’s economic and social development needs.
The bursary covers full-time undergraduate studies, as well as selected postgraduate programmes, at recognised universities across the country.
Fields of Study Funded
The Imfundo Trust will provide bursary funding for the following study areas in 2026:
- Business, Commerce, Finance, and Management Sciences (first and second year)
- Computer Science and related qualifications (first and second year)
- Data Science (first and second year)
- Engineering (first and second year)
- Climate Studies (postgraduate level only)
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Bursary, applicants must meet the following selection criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Grade 12 learners (entering first year in 2026) must have achieved:
- At least 70% average in the mid-year Grade 12 examinations.
- A minimum of 70% in Mathematics.
- A minimum of 70% in English FAL or 60% in English HL.
- Current first-year students (going into second year in 2026) must have achieved a minimum of 65% average in their latest examinations (mid-year/June).
- Scholarships are only awarded to students entering first or second year of study in 2026, except for postgraduate students in Climate Studies.
- Preference will be given to applicants from rural or township backgrounds.
How to Apply
Apply Online for the Old Mutual: Imfundo Trust Bursary / Scholarship 2026
Location
This bursary opportunity is available to students studying at selected universities across South Africa.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2025.
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Why Choose the Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Bursary?
Receiving the Imfundo Trust Bursary does more than just provide financial relief—it opens doors to a brighter future. Beneficiaries are supported not only with tuition funding but also with the opportunity to join a community that values excellence, growth, and transformation.
By focusing on key fields such as finance, data science, engineering, and climate studies, the bursary empowers students to make a real impact in South Africa’s economy and beyond.
Conclusion
The Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Bursary / Scholarship 2026 offers an incredible opportunity for ambitious South African students to achieve their academic dreams while contributing to the transformation of critical industries. If you are passionate about building a career in business, data, technology, or climate studies, this bursary could be your stepping stone to success. Submit your application before the deadline and take the next step towards shaping your future.
