The Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary is an opportunity for students in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province.
Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust (TWFT) Bursary 2025
This program supports deserving students from the AmaMfengu, Koukamma, and Kouga communities in achieving their academic and career goals.
This bursary offers financial assistance for various fields and underscores the trust’s commitment to community upliftment and education.
About the Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust
The Tsitsikamma Community Wind Farm Trust (TWFT) is dedicated to improving the lives of communities surrounding the Tsitsikamma Community Wind Energy Facility (TCWF). Located in the Eastern Cape, the TCWF boasts 31 wind turbines and provides clean, renewable energy to over 96,000 households. The trust ensures that its renewable energy projects bring tangible benefits to residents, emphasizing education, empowerment, and economic development.
Bursary Details
The Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary is open for applications for the 2025 academic year.
The program supports students pursuing studies in high-demand career fields while addressing local communities’ socio-economic challenges.
Career Fields Supported
The bursary is available for students pursuing qualifications in the following fields:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Business Management & Economics
- Computer & Information Sciences
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Health & Clinical Sciences
- Law
- Social Sciences & Humanities
Full or Partial Funding
The bursary provides full funding, covering tuition fees, textbooks, and other essential academic costs. This comprehensive support allows recipients to focus entirely on their studies without financial stress.
Application Deadline
Applications for the Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary must be submitted by 10 January 2025. Late submissions will not be considered, so applicants are urged to apply well before the closing date.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary, applicants must meet these requirements:
- Be a Black South African, as defined by the DTI codes of good practice.
- Reside permanently within a 50km radius of the Tsitsikamma Community Wind Farm, specifically in the AmaMfengu, Koukamma, or Kouga communities in the Eastern Cape.
- Be aged 18 to 29 years.
- Be studying or intending to study in one of the approved fields.
- Have a total household income of no more than R350,000 per annum (R29,000 per month).
Failure to meet these criteria will result in disqualification from the application process.
Application Process
Applications must be completed online through the official Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary Application 2025 portal.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit certified copies of the following:
- South African ID Document
- Matric certificate or latest Matric results
- Full tertiary academic record (if currently studying)
- Proof of household income (e.g., payslip, affidavit, SASSA letter, or death certificate if parents/guardians are deceased)
- Proof of residential address (e.g., municipal bill, Ward Councillor’s letter, or affidavit)
Ensure all documents are clear and legible to avoid application delays or disqualification.
Applicants should enter “www.bursariesmzansi.co.za” in the field, asking how they heard about the bursary.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 10 January 2025. Submissions made after this date will not be accepted. Applicants must complete their submissions early to avoid technical issues or missing documents.
Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Contact Information
For any queries regarding the Tsitsikamma Wind Farm Trust Bursary, applicants can reach out to the trust directly:
- Email: bursaries@twftrust.co.za