Competition Tribunal South Africa Scholarship 2026

The Competition Tribunal is South Africa’s adjudicative body for matters of competition law. It handles large merger assessments, urgent interim relief applications, and rules on prohibited or anti-competitive practices.

The David Lewis Competition Law Scholarship was created to honour the Tribunal’s first Chairperson and to address the limited availability of competition law qualifications in South Africa.

About the Competition Tribunal Scholarship – Fields Covered

The Competition Tribunal is inviting students to apply for the David Lewis Competition Law Scholarship for the 2026 academic year.

The scholarship will fund students pursuing a Master’s in Law (LLM) with a focus on Competition Law.

The scholarship aims to:

• Support talent: Help capable students advance in the niche field of competition law
• Develop skills: Equip future legal experts to protect and enhance fair market competition
• Create opportunities: Provide practical experience and training
• Give back: Contribute to building local expertise in competition law

About the Scholarship – Expenses Covered and Selection

The scholarship will cover:

• Full tuition fees
• Study materials and books
• Vacation work at the Competition Tribunal

Selection will be based on:

• Academic performance
• Financial need
• Alignment with the scholarship’s purpose

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date and may be interviewed by a panel. If you do not hear back, consider your application unsuccessful.

Eligibility Requirements for the Scholarship

Applicants must meet these criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have secured admission or be enrolled in a recognised Master’s in Law program in South Africa
• Must have a strong academic record
• Must be willing to conduct research in competition law
• Must intend to pursue a career in competition law

How to Apply for the Competition Tribunal Scholarship

There is no application form. To apply, email your application to: [email protected]
Use the subject line: “Competition Tribunal Scholarship”

Attach the following documents:

• Certified copy of ID document
• Full academic record
• Proof of acceptance into an accredited LLM program
• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivational letter
• Letters of recommendation

Closing Date for the Competition Tribunal Scholarship

15 August 2025 (at 17:00)
(Late submissions will not be accepted – submit your application on or before the deadline.)