Company: Amandla Omoya Trust
Location: Within 50 km of Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm, South Africa
Remuneration: Fully funded bursary covering tuition, accommodation, meals, and study materials (based on need)
Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Introduction

What is the Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Programme?
Are you looking to further your education and gain technical or tertiary qualifications but concerned about finances? The Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Programme could be your gateway. This initiative offers financial support for students living near the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm and assists with important study-related costs.

The Amandla Omoya Trust is a community trust that holds shares in the Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm. Its mission is to uplift and empower individuals in communities located within a 50-kilometre radius of the wind farm. One primary way the Trust achieves its mission is by enabling eligible students to pursue tertiary education or training without being held back by financial barriers.

The bursary programme is administered by StudyTrust, an educational trust that connects learners with opportunities and provides support to help them succeed.

Minimum Requirements
To benefit from this bursary opportunity, applicants must meet specific criteria:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Reside within 50 kilometres of Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm.
• Have been accepted at a recognised tertiary institution (public or private) in South Africa, including TVET colleges, universities of technology, or traditional academic universities.
• Applicants may include those who completed their NSC or NTC in previous years.
• Be able to supply all required supporting documents; application forms must be fully completed and correctly submitted.

Role Responsibility

The bursary supports students pursuing:

• Technical skills training such as plumbing, bricklaying, and other practical trades.
• National diploma programmes.
• Degree programmes at universities.
• Training targeting NQF level 6 qualifications (advanced technical or vocational qualifications).

Skills and Attributes
Applicants must demonstrate:

• Strong academic performance based on Grade 12 results or highest qualifications completed.
• Financial need, proving they cannot fund tertiary education independently.
• Commitment to their field of study and career growth.
• Diligence in completing and submitting application forms with all required documents.

What Costs Are Covered
The bursary is tailored individually, meaning the exact amount awarded depends on the applicant’s needs. Eligible costs include:

• Tuition fees, registration, and examination fees.
• Accommodation in a tertiary residence or equivalent housing.
• Meals while studying.
• Learning materials such as textbooks, stationery, and other essentials.

Selection Criteria: How Applicants Are Chosen
Successful applicants are selected based on:

• Academic Performance: Evaluated using Grade 12 preliminary or final results or highest completed qualification.
• Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate they lack sufficient funds to pursue their education.

How to Apply & Important Dates
If you meet the eligibility criteria, here is how you can apply:

• Complete the online application form via StudyTrust’s application platform.
• Alternatively, submit a hardcopy application form to b.ndlovu@studytrust.org.za.
• Ensure your application is complete, accurate, and includes all required supporting documents. Incomplete or incorrectly filled forms may be rejected.

Key timeframe: Applications open on 1 May and close on 31 October each year.

Why This Bursary Matters
Financial barriers prevent many qualified students from accessing higher education or vocational training. The Amandla Omoya Trust Bursary Programme:

• Levels the playing field for students in underserved communities.
• Enables students to pursue both technical skills and academic qualifications.
• Supports holistic success, including accommodation, meals, and study materials.

If you meet the criteria, prepare your documents early and submit a complete application. This bursary could be the key to unlocking your future and advancing your education.