Vaal Central Water Bursary South Africa 2026

Vaal Central Water is a public water utility that plays a vital role in supplying safe and reliable bulk water to communities, municipalities, and industries across parts of South Africa. By managing water resources, treatment systems, and distribution infrastructure, the organisation supports economic activity, public health, and sustainable development in the regions it serves. Vaal Central Water 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 be between 18 and 25 years oldYou must have completed Matric (NSC) or equivalentYou must have achieved a minimum result of 60% in Mathematics, Physical Science and related subjects in MatricYou must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a qualification relevant to the water and environmental sector, including the fields of study listed aboveYou must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited institution of higher education in South AfricaEngineering students: you must have achieved an APS of between 32 and 36 and a minimum of 60% for Mathematics and Physical ScienceHydrology and Cyber Security students: you must have achieved an APS of between 30 and 34Environmental Science students: you must have achieved an APS of between 28 and 32Water Management / Water and Waste Management students: you must have achieved an APS of between 26 and 30You must have a passion for the water sectorYou must be from a disadvantaged backgroundYou must NOT be receiving any other bursary funding or financial assistanceStudents with disabilities are encouraged to applyPreference will be given to: female students, students with disabilities and students who reside in Vaal Central Water’s fence-line communities in the Free State and Northern Cape (communities surrounding Vaal Central Water operations)

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Applications must be submitted online at:Vaal Central Water Bursary Application 2026 Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Vaal Central Water bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): ID document (certified copy)Matric certificate or latest academic results (certified copy)Proof of registration or acceptance at an institutionProof of residenceParents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or sassa grant if applicable)Motivational letter outlining your career goals and how the bursary will help you achieve these goals(read our tips onhow to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)