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Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite

Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite Bursary

Closes

23 August 2026

Level

Diploma, BTech or Degree

For

South African Students

Sector

Mining & Engineering

Type

Corporate Bursary

About this bursary

Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite provides bursaries for South African students pursuing undergraduate qualifications in technical and scientific disciplines. The program targets individuals registered for National Diplomas, BTech degrees, or Bachelor degrees.

The funding helps develop qualified professionals for the mining and materials manufacturing sector. Candidates living in surrounding local communities near the company's Mpumalanga operations receive primary consideration, but applications are welcome nationwide.

Selected students must maintain satisfactory academic performance throughout their studies at accredited public institutions in South Africa.

Courses of study covered

Chemistry
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering

What the bursary covers

Financial support for tuition in selected technical fields
Funding for National Diploma, BTech, or Bachelor's Degree qualifications
Educational assistance at accredited South African higher education institutions

Who can apply

You qualify if

  • Applicants must be South African students registered or intending to register at an accredited local tertiary institution.
  • You must be enrolled for a National Diploma, BTech, or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mining Engineering.
  • Candidates need a proven academic record showing a minimum overall average mark of 60%.
  • Preference is given to applicants who reside within the Mawewe, Matsamo, and Lugedlane local communities.
  • Students from all other geographical areas across South Africa may also submit applications.

You do not qualify if

  • Students with an academic average below 60% will not be considered.
  • Applicants enrolled in fields outside the four specified qualification categories are ineligible.
  • Candidates studying at unaccredited or private institutions are not covered.

Documents you need to submit

  • Certified copy of South African identity document
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts or qualification certificates
  • Proof of registration at an accredited South African tertiary institution
  • Proof of residence issued by a recognised Tribal Office
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Combine all supporting documents into a single PDF file not exceeding 3MB.

How to apply

  1. 1
    Gather certified copies of your identity document, academic results, and tribal residence proof.
  2. 2
    Update your resume and combine all documents into one file under 3MB.
  3. 3
    Access the official Afrimat recruitment application portal online.
  4. 4
    Fill out your personal information and academic history on the web form.
  5. 5
    Attach your consolidated document file and submit the completed form.

Applications received after 23 August 2026 will not be considered.

How you are selected

1
Afrimat evaluates submitted online applications against their internal criteria.
2
Only candidates selected for the shortlist will receive contact regarding further assessment.
3
If no response is received, consider your application unsuccessful as the provider reserves the right not to award bursaries.

Forms, downloads and links

Last verified: September 2026   ·   Category: Engineering   ·   Reviewed by grantZA Editorial
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