Organisation : Western Cape Government
Scholarship Name : Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme 2026
Applicable For : Students Studying Full-Time at a Higher Education Institution in the Western Cape.
Country : South Africa
Last Date : 31st August 2026
Website : https://wa-dtpw-misbursary-prod-zan.azurewebsites.net/
What is Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme?
The Western Cape Government established the Masakh’iSizwe (MiS) Bursary Programme. The MiS Bursary Programme awards external bursaries for studies at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Western Cape Province (WCP). The studies should relate to a degree or diploma in transport, engineering, built environment, or disciplines the Department of Infrastructure deems scarce and critical. Bursaries for the 2027 academic year will open from 1 April and close at midnight on 31 August 2026. Please note: No late applications will be considered.
Eligibility of Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
** Must be a South African citizen
** Students accepted at the relevant tertiary institutions, namely: Stellenbosch University, University of Cape Town and Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
** Only applicable to youth studying OR intending to study full-time, within one of the aforementioned fields of study (Degree or Diploma studies) at a Higher Education Institution in the Western Cape.
** Preference will be given, but not limited to: – Persons with disabilities, the financially disadvantaged, female learners and applicants from the Western Cape – particularly those residing outside the Cape Metro.
Benefits of Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme
The bursary programme will cover the following expenses:
** Tuition Fees
** All prescribed books and materials
** Support Programmes
** Accommodation and meals (or transport costs)
How To Apply For Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme?
** Please ensure that you have applied for acceptance at our partner Higher Education Institutions namely: Stellenbosch University, University of Cape Town and/or Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
** Separate applications must be submitted for different universities or more than one study discipline at the same university.
** Please visit our website for a list and explanation of the compulsory documents that will be required with the submission of your bursary application: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/service/masakhisizwe-bursary-programme
** All applicants not residing at home are to apply for on-campus student accommodation.
** Incomplete applications will not be considered.
** Please note that upon graduation bursars employed by the Department of Infrastructure will be required to undergo a Professional Development Training Programme to acquire professional registration.
** Applications are open from 1 April to 31 August every year.
** If your application is submitted via a company as a Bursary Collaboration Venture (BCV) Partner Application, it means the Department has a bursary collaboration venture agreement with the company not with the relevant student or applicant.
** The number of bursaries awarded will depend on the Department’s priority study fields and the funds available.
Documents Required For Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme
Compulsory documents:
** Certified copy of your ID (Applicant).
** Certified copy of your parent(s)/guardian(s) ID.
** Certified copy of your Matric certificate or latest results.
** Certified copy of your academic record at the Higher Education Institution (HEI).
** Full course outline/prospectus.
** Estimation of study cost.
** Proof of registration/application at the Higher Education Institution (HEI).
** Salary slips of both parents/guardian/spouse or affidavit to support financial status.
** Proof of address (Home address).
** Letter of motivation.
Additional documents (if applicable):
** Proof of financial aid.
** Proof of existing debt.
** Medical proof of disability.
** Criminal record – SAPS Police Clearance.
What is the Last Date of Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme?
Last Date of Western Cape Masakh’isizwe Bursary Programme is 31st August 2026.