Bakwena Bursary South Africa 2026

The Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire (Pty) Ltd (Bakwena) is responsible for the construction, management, maintenance, and upgrading of two major South African highways — the N1 and N4 routes. These vital transport corridors cover a combined distance of over 385 kilometres, connecting Tshwane to Bela-Bela in the north, and stretching westward through Rustenburg and Zeerust to the Botswana border.

Through its bursary programme, Bakwena invests in community development and education, empowering youth residing near the N1N4 route to further their studies and build sustainable careers.

Fields of Study Covered

The Bakwena Bursary Programme 2026 is open to students pursuing undergraduate studies in any field at a recognised South African university.
Preference will be given to students residing within 6 km of the Bakwena N1N4 route, covering areas between Tshwane and Bela-Bela, and westwards through Rustenburg and Zeerust up to the Botswana border.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must meet the following minimum entry criteria:

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently enrolled in undergraduate studies in any field
• Be entering your 2nd year or higher of university in 2026
• Be registered at an accredited South African university
• Have achieved a minimum average of 60% in your university studies
• Preferably reside within 6 km of the Bakwena N1N4 route

What the Bursary Covers

The Bakwena Bursary provides partial financial support, covering:

• Tuition fees up to R35,000, paid directly to the institution

Successful candidates will sign a contract agreement with Bakwena, outlining bursary terms and conditions.
Funding is valid for one academic year, with the possibility of renewal based on:

• Availability of funds, and
• Satisfactory academic performance in the previous year

Required Documents

Applicants must include the following certified documents:

• ID document
• Matric certificate
• Full academic record, including first-year results
• Motivational letter (explaining why you deserve the bursary)
• Proof of residence

Selection Process

Successful candidates will be contacted directly once the final selection process has been completed. If you do not receive feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.

Final Thoughts

The Bakwena Bursary 2026 offers valuable support to university students pursuing higher education in any discipline. With a focus on communities near the N1 and N4 highways, this programme underscores Bakwena’s commitment to education, infrastructure development, and social empowerment. Students meeting the criteria are encouraged to apply before 31 December 2025.