The Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Bursary Programme is a financial aid initiative offered by RBH, an African community-owned investment holding company.
Established to support the educational aspirations of deserving students, the bursary program grants funding to qualified individuals pursuing careers in accounting and investment management.
About Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH)
RBH serves as the sole investment holding company for the Royal Bafokeng Nation Development Trust (RBNDT). They are entrusted with preserving and growing the financial capital of the Royal Bafokeng Nation (RBN), a progressive traditional community in South Africa.
RBH’s mission is to safeguard and expand the wealth of the RBN while generating reliable and predictable income for future generations.
Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Bursary 2025 Details
The 2025 RBH Bursary Programme offers financial assistance to unemployed South African youth aged 35 and under who are planning to enroll in a public university.
The bursary prioritizes students pursuing studies in the following fields:
- Accounting Sciences (CA – Chartered Accountant stream)
- Investment Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (CTA)
- Honours 1 degree within the aforementioned fields
Value of the Bursary
While the specific financial details of the bursary are not stated in the available materials, the program offers financial aid to cover all educational expenses.
Key Details
- Target People: Unemployed South African youth aged 35 and under
- Level of Study: First, Second, or Third Year undergraduate studies or postgraduate studies
- Fields of Study: Accounting Sciences (CA – Chartered Accountant stream), Investment Management, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (CTA), or Honours degrees within these fields
- Institution: Accredited public university in South Africa
- Closing date: 17 January 2025. Please submit your application on or before this date.
How to Apply
Eligible students who wish to apply for the 2025 RBH Bursary Programme should follow these steps:
- Complete the Online Application: Applicants must visit the RBH website and submit the online application form.
- Upload Required Documents: The following documents must be uploaded in a clear and certified format:
- ID document (issued within the last 3 months)
- Proof of residence (issued within the last 3 months)
- Matric certificate
- Proof of registration and acceptance at an accredited public South African university
- Certificates of any completed qualifications (if applicable)
- Academic transcript and/or complete academic record
- Brief CV & Motivation letter
- Selection Process: RBH will contact shortlisted candidates directly. Those not receiving communication within a reasonable timeframe can assume their application was unsuccessful.
- Additional Requirements: Students must submit their parent’s/guardian’s ID document upon receiving the bursary award.
In the application form, “How did you hear about the bursary?” indicate “www.bursariesmzansi.co.za.”
For any inquiries about the bursary program, don’t hesitate to contact the RBH officer via email at rbh@tshikululu.org.za, referencing “2025 RBH Bursary Programme Application” in the subject line.