Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen who lives permanently in Buffalo City
- Bona fide resident of the metro, shown by proof of residence or a ward councillor's letter
- At least a D (50 to 59%) in English and a C (60 to 69%) in Mathematics, Accounting and Physical Science, or an NCV Level 4 certificate that includes Mathematics
- Studying, or planning to study, one of the listed fields
- Selected on academic merit, with a bias towards underprivileged applicants
Documents Needed
- Certified copies of your most recent academic record
- South African ID document
- Proof of residence in the metro, or a letter from the ward councillor
- Proof of your family's household income
About Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary is awarded through the municipality's Mayoral Bursary Fund. The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality uses the fund to help young people from the metro who want to study engineering, planning, science and finance. The fund leans towards underprivileged students, and it encourages students with disabilities to apply.
The fund selects on academic merit. The most recent official notice we could verify was published for the 2024 academic year and closed on 31 October 2023. Buffalo City opens a new call each cycle, so always check the current dates.
Funding Details
The official notice does not say what the bursary pays for, such as tuition, fees or living costs. Awards can be renewed each year, but only if your results from the previous year meet the fund's standard. Some third-party listings say recipients may have to give skills back to the community. The municipality's own notice does not describe a work-back contract, so ask about it before you sign.
Municipal bursaries differ in size from year to year. After you are shortlisted, ask the municipality for a written breakdown of what it will pay and when. Keep copies of every document you submit.
Where You Can Study
The notices we reviewed do not name specific institutions. Students must win admission on their own, so apply to a recognised South African university or university of technology that offers your chosen qualification.
Students must secure their own place at a tertiary institution, and the notice says this clearly. Therefore, apply to universities and universities of technology early, and keep your acceptance letter ready. The municipality will not arrange admission for you.
About Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
About Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) is a metropolitan municipality on the Eastern Cape coast. It covers East London, Mdantsane, Qonce (formerly King William's Town) …
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- Trust Centre Building, East London, Eastern Cape
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- 043 722 0660
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Recent notices named four groups of fields. Engineering covers mechanical, electrical and civil studies. Planning covers quantity surveying, town and regional planning, facilities management, building, architecture and land surveying. Scientific fields include microbiology, biochemistry and analytical chemistry. Finance covers economics and accounting.
The target age range in recent notices was 14 to 35. Applicants must live in the metro and must secure their own place at a tertiary institution.
Selection rests strictly on academic merit, so your marks matter more than anything else. If your Matric results fall below the required levels in English, Mathematics, Accounting or Physical Science, the fund is unlikely to consider you. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and the fund gives weight to applicants from underprivileged households.
Application Procedure
Recent notices said application forms were available at the municipality's Youth Advisory Centres. These sit inside Community Support Centres, including the Mdantsane Library Complex, the King William's Town Civic Centre, the Duncan Village Art Centre and the Trust Centre Building in East London. Completed forms went to the Special Programs Unit on the seventh floor of the Trust Centre Building. Confirm the current venues and dates with the municipality.
Questions about this application?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Buffalo City bursary?
South African citizens who live permanently in the metro and who meet the academic requirements. Recent notices targeted people aged 14 to 35.
Which fields does the fund support?
Recent notices listed engineering, planning and the built environment, selected scientific fields and finance.
What marks do I need?
Recent notices asked for at least a D in English and a C in Mathematics, Accounting and Physical Science, or an NCV Level 4 with Mathematics.
Can I renew the bursary?
Yes. Renewal depends on your academic performance in the previous year.
Where do I get the form?
Recent notices pointed to the Youth Advisory Centres in the Community Support Centres and the Special Programs Unit in East London.
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