SAMAC Bursary South Africa 2026

Macadamias South Africa NPC (known as SAMAC) is composed of macadamia nut growers, nurseries, handlers and industry service providers. SAMAC was formed by a group of growers who wished to pool their resources in order to address their common problems and issues. The organisations mission is to be leaders in the development of a profitable and sustainable industry in the common interests of members through technical and marketing innovation. Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the2026 academic year.

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): You must be a South African citizenYou must have completed MatricYou must be studying or intend on studying towards an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Agriculture degree or diploma qualificationYou must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South AfricaYou must have a strong academic recordYou must have proven financial needPostgraduate students must pursue studies that will benefit the macadamia industryYou must read theSAMAC Bursary Policy(.pdf)

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Download and complete the relevant bursary application form:Undergraduate studies:SAMAC Bursary Application Form 2026 (Undergraduate)(.docx) Postgraduate studies:SAMAC Bursary Application Form 2026 (Postgraduate)(.docx) Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the SAMAC bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded): ID document (certified copy)Matric certificate (certified copy)Academic recordsQualification or certificates completed, if applicable (certified copies)Official proof of registration at a tertiary institution in SAParents or guardians ID documents or death certificates (certified copies)Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ SASSA confirmation letter if receiving a social grant)Postgraduate students: Research Proposal Applications must be submitted via email to:juandre@samac.org.zaORrunal@samac.org.za(Insert the words “SAMAC Bursary 2026– Undergraduate or Postgraduate” in the email subject line).