South Africans studying qualifying fields of engineering, water, science and technical qualifications can apply for a bursary from Silulumanzi (RF) (Pty) Ltd for 2027 studies. The 2027 application window is open between 1 October 2026 and 30 November 2026.
Silulumanzi is a privately owned water service provider within a specific concession of the City of Mbombela. The bursary is an external award aimed at students, and undergraduates studying specific engineering, water, science and technical fields.
The bursary will cover registration, tuition, accommodation and prescribed study material costs.
Silulumanzi bursary 2027: Who can apply?
Applicants need to meet the academic requirements detailed in the Silulumanzi bursary notice for 2027.
Eligibility requirements to apply for the Silulumanzi bursary are:
Grade 12 Bachelor’s pass
Minimum of Level 6 pass in Mathematics and Science
Acceptance to a South Africa accredited tertiary institution
Proof of residence.
Those wishing to apply should make sure that they have the necessary results and documents before they submit an application.
Silulumanzi bursary 2027: What fields of study are covered?
The fields of study covered at the 2027 bursary have been published by Silulumanzi. Qualifying study fields of study include:
BSc Electrical Engineering (Heavy/Light Current)
BSc Chemical Engineering
BSc Civil Engineering
BSc Mechanical Engineering
BSc Information Technology
BSc Quantity Surveying
BSc Biology
ND Environmental Science
ND Water Care
Fitting including Machinery
Millwright
Fitter and Turner
Instrumentation Mechanical.
Applicants should make sure that the field of study they are applying for is one of the fields listed by Silulumanzi before they apply.
What study costs does Silulumanzi bursary fund?
The Silulumanzi bursary covers several cost elements associated with tertiary study. The list of costs covered by the bursary are:
Registration fees
Tuition fees
Accommodation fees
Prescribed books/study material.
Students should make sure that they understand what costs would be covered should they be awarded a bursary.
Silulumanzi bursary: Preference will be given to
According to the bursary notice, Silulumanzi will give preference to the following categories of applicants:
Previously disadvantaged individuals
Individuals with disabilities
Females
South Africans residing in Silulumanzi’s concessional areas
(i.e. parts of Mbombela, Nelspruit, KaNyamazane, Tekwane, Matsulu, KaMagugu, Mszogwaba, Daantjie, Zwelisha, Mapeniku, Luphisi and Mattafin).
Applicants should be aware that the above areas will be given priority consideration for the bursary.
Silulumanzi bursary 2027 is renewable
The Silulumanzi bursary 2027 is noted as a renewable award and not a once-off grant of funding.
This means that students who are receiving a bursary will have to maintain passing marks to be considered for a renewal of the bursary during the following academic year.
The Silulumanzi bursary is not a guaranteed funding stream for the duration of a qualification.
Internship requirement after completing studies
According to the bursary notice, upon the completion of studies by a bursary recipient, the company will require the individual to intern with the company for a period equal to the duration of the bursary.
Applicants should take this term and condition into account should they decide to apply for a Silulumanzi bursary.
Silulumanzi 2027 bursary application due dates
Applications for the 2027 bursary will be open between:
1 October 2026
and
30 November 2026.
Applicants should make sure they submit their applications before the closing date of 30 November 2026. The bursary notice makes it clear that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the company.
Where do I get the application form?
The application form can be obtained from the Silulumanzi customer care offices located in:
KaNyamazane
Matsulu
Mbombela/Nelspruit.
Those wishing to apply can acquire the printed application form from one of the above offices.
How to submit the application form
Applications can be submitted in accordance with the application instructions found in the bursary notice. There are two options for submitting applications: post or hand delivery.
Post your application
Silulumanzi Bursary Department, Human Resources
P.O. Box 12753
Mbombela
1200
Hand deliver your application
Completed application forms can be delivered to Silulumanzi customer care offices located in:
KaNYamazane
Matsulu
Mbombela/Nelspruit.
Applicants should take care to make sure that they complete their forms correctly and supply the necessary supporting documents.
Application preparation checklist
The following checklist provides a helpful guide to applicants:
Grade 12 results (Bachelor’s pass)
Mathematics and Science results
Proof of acceptance to South Africa accredited tertiary institution
Proof of residence
Completed bursary application form
Any other documents requested by the bursary department.
Applicants should make sure that the qualification they are pursuing is covered by the Silulumanzi bursary.
Silulumanzi bursary 2027 at-a-glance summary
Bursary provider Silulumanzi (RF) (Pty) Ltd
Academic year 2027
Target applicants Students/undergraduates
Academic requirements:
Grade 12 Bachelor’s pass
Level 6 Mathematics & Science
Study area: Engineering, science, water and technical fields
Bursary covers:
Tuition
Registration
Accommodation
Books/study material
Application opening date 1 October 2026
Closing date 30 November 2026
Shortlisting Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Finally: Reminder on Silulumanzi bursary dates, requirements, study areas
The Silulumanzi bursary 2027 offers students the opportunity to study a range of engineering, science, water and technical qualifications, and have the necessary costs covered by the bursary. Students should note the Level 6 Mathematics and Science requirement, fields of study and preference areas when considering applying.
Applicants are reminded that the Silulumanzi 2027 application window closes on 30 November 2026 and should submit their completed applications and necessary supporting documents before the closing date.
Editorial and fact-checking information
Author: SSETA Blog Editorial Team
Source: Silulumanzi Bursary Fund 2027 application notice supplied for this article
Fact checking: The fields of study, eligibility, bursary coverage, application dates, submission methods and internship term above are based on the information published in the supplied Silulumanzi bursary notice for 2027.
Corrections: Should any bursary requirement or application detail alter, applicants must refer to the most recent information issued by Silulumanzi.
