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Eligibility Requirements
- Must reside in a community near the Marula Platinum Mine in Limpopo
- Must be studying, or intend to study, Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Geology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Finance, or Environmental Science
- Must be registered or accepted at an accredited South African university
About Marula Platinum Bursary
Marula Platinum is a platinum mining operation on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Complex in Limpopo, roughly 35km north-west of Burgersfort. It is majority-owned and operated by Impala Platinum Holdings (Implats) — approximately 73% — with the remaining shareholding held by Black Economic Empowerment partners. The Marula Platinum Bursary supports students, primarily from communities near the mine, who are studying toward careers in mining-related and technical disciplines.
Applications are handled through Marula's Community Labour Desk / Stakeholder Relations department rather than a public online portal.
Funding Details
Published guidance describes cover for registration fees, tuition fees, residence accommodation, meals, a cash allowance, mentorship support, and a personal computer provided to students entering their second year of study.
Where You Can Study
Open to students at accredited South African universities studying Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Geology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Finance, or Environmental Science.
About Marula Platinum
Marula Platinum is a platinum group metals mine on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Igneous Complex, roughly 35km north-west of Burgersfort in Limpopo's Sekhukhune district. The mine is majority owned, at 73%, by Imp…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The bursary is aimed specifically at students living in communities near the Marula Platinum Mine in Limpopo who are pursuing qualifications in high-demand technical fields relevant to the mining industry.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns and runs Marula Platinum?
Marula Platinum is majority-owned (approximately 73%) and operated by Impala Platinum Holdings (Implats), with the balance held by Black Economic Empowerment partners. At the time of writing (28 August 2026) no change of majority ownership away from Implats could be independently verified.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted in person at the Community Labour Desk / Marula Stakeholder Relations Department; general bursary queries for the Implats group can also be directed to bursaries@implats.co.za.
Is this bursary open to all South African students?
No — published guidance restricts it to residents of communities local to the Marula Platinum Mine in Limpopo, as part of the mine's social and labour plan obligations.
When does the next round open?
A December-to-January application window was reported for the 2026 intake, which has already closed relative to today. A confirmed date for the next cycle was not available at the time of writing — contact the Marula Stakeholder Relations Department directly.
