Key Facts
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- Intending to become an artisan (plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, tailoring or similar trade)
- Applied to, or accepted at, a college or TVET institution rather than a university
- From an underprivileged background
Documents Needed
- Completed online bursary application form
- Certified copies of required documents, not older than three months
- Proof of application or acceptance at a TVET college
About Pn Foundation Bursary
The PN Foundation Bursary is funded by the PN Foundation (the Patrick Nndwamato Foundation), a South African non-profit based in Honeydew, Johannesburg, that focuses on improving access to education for underprivileged youth in Gauteng and Limpopo.
Unlike most bursaries on this site, it is aimed specifically at students pursuing artisan trades - such as plumbing, electrical work, carpentry and tailoring - at TVET colleges rather than universities. It is an independently registered non-profit (PBO 930068093) and is not affiliated with any corporate group.
Funding Details
Specific monetary coverage was not published by the foundation. The bursary is directed at funding artisan-trade study costs; applicants should confirm exact coverage directly with the PN Foundation.
Where You Can Study
TVET colleges and similar artisan-training colleges in South Africa. This bursary does not fund university study.
About PN Foundation
The PN Foundation - also referred to as the Patrick Nndwamato Foundation - is a South African non-profit registered as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO 930068093), based in Honeydew, Johannesburg. It was founded by Pat…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
- Intending to study, or currently studying, towards an artisan trade such as plumbing, electrical work, carpentry or tailoring
- Applying to, or already registered at, a TVET college or similar college in South Africa (not a university)
- From an underprivileged background, in line with the foundation's focus on youth in Gauteng and Limpopo
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the PN Foundation fund university students?
No - this bursary is specifically for artisan-trade students at TVET or similar colleges, not university students.
Is PN Foundation linked to a specific company?
No - it is an independently registered non-profit (PBO 930068093), founded by Patrick Nndwamato, and is not a corporate CSI programme.
Which trades does it cover?
Artisan trades such as plumbing, electrical work, carpentry and tailoring, among others.
When do applications open and close?
A past cycle for the 2027 academic year closed on 30 April 2026, which has already passed relative to this listing's review date, so specific dates are not shown here. Check the PN Foundation's website for the next intake.
How do I apply?
Via an online bursary application form on the PN Foundation website, with certified supporting documents (not older than three months).
