Key Facts
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Aged between 18 and 28 years
- Officially declared disabled under the Employment Equity Amendment Act (EEA)
- Currently enrolled in a minimum three-year diploma or degree programme at a DHET-accredited institution
- Generally resident in, or connected to, Exxaro's host communities in Limpopo or Mpumalanga
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Full tertiary academic record/transcripts
- Proof of disability (letter from a medical doctor)
- Proof of residence
About Exxaro Bursary
Exxaro Resources runs bursary programmes for students from its host communities in Limpopo and Mpumalanga as part of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and community development commitments. One current stream is a dedicated bursary for students living with disabilities, providing funding for a minimum three-year diploma or degree in any field of study. Exxaro has also historically run a broader Feeder Bursary Programme covering Engineering, Geology and Data Science for students willing to work in its Limpopo and Mpumalanga operations.
Funding Details
Coverage for the Students Living with a Disability Bursary was not itemised in detail in the sources available; independent listings for Exxaro's broader bursary programmes describe full tuition, accommodation, and allowances for a laptop, data, study materials, travel and meals, but this specific breakdown could not be independently confirmed for the disability-focused stream, so only the general benefit description is given here.
Where You Can Study
Open to students enrolled in a minimum three-year diploma or degree programme (any field of study) at any DHET-accredited South African institution.
About Exxaro
Exxaro Resources is a JSE-listed South African mining and resources company with major operations in coal and mineral sands, and a growing focus on renewable energy. Exxaro is one of the largest black-owned and managed r…
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- The conneXXion, 263B West Avenue, Die Hoewes, Centurion, 0163
- Phone
- +27 12 307 5000
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
For the Students Living with a Disability Bursary: South African citizens aged 18-28, officially declared disabled under the Employment Equity Amendment Act, currently enrolled in a minimum three-year diploma or degree programme at a DHET-accredited institution, and generally resident within Exxaro's host communities in Limpopo or Mpumalanga.
Application Procedure
Apply online through the Exxaro Careers Portal, creating a candidate profile before you can submit an application - the system won't accept incomplete profiles. Upload your certified ID copy and academic records, then complete the online form before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has the 2027 intake already closed?
Yes, for the Students Living with a Disability Bursary the 2027 intake closed on 12 June 2026, which has already passed as of this writing (27 August 2026). The next opening date had not yet been announced, so no future date is given here.
Does Exxaro run other bursaries besides the disability bursary?
Yes. Exxaro has also run a broader Feeder Bursary Programme covering Engineering, Geology and Data Science, typically requiring willingness to relocate to its Limpopo/Mpumalanga operations. A verifiable 2027-specific deadline for that stream could not be confirmed at the time of writing, so this listing focuses on the disability bursary, which had the most current, verifiable details.
Is there a work-back obligation?
Recipients are generally required to maintain satisfactory academic performance, submit semester progress reports, and may be expected to fulfil a work-back obligation with Exxaro after graduation.
