Website Emalahleni Local Municipality
The Emalahleni Municipal area, which means the “place of coal”, consists inter alia of the towns of eMalahleni, Kwa-Guqa, Ga-Nala and Ogies. The town of eMalahleni was established in 1903. It was named after a ridge of white rock located near the present railway station. In the early years, this ridge was a halting place for transport wagons and a trading post. eMalahleni has a large collection of heritage assets, which is currently under threat from rapid development. Emalahleni is probably the most industrialised municipal area in Nkangala and its landscape features mainly underground and opencast coalmines. This area has the largest concentration of power stations in the country. Its mining and industrial history is reflected in the area’s heritage places. This includes elements of industrial history, military history, architectural/engineering and graves which should be protected and conserved.
The Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary Programme is now open for applications for the 2025 academic year. This bursary is provided by the Office of the Executive Mayor and aims to support students residing within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga) who wish to pursue undergraduate studies in specific fields.
Fields of Study Supported
The bursary is available for studies in the following fields:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Developmental Studies
- Disaster Management
- Horticulture
- Law
- Mechanical Engineering
- Microbiology
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Water and Sanitation
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Emalahleni Municipality Bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Residency: You must reside within the Emalahleni Local Municipality, Mpumalanga.
- Disadvantaged Background: Preference is given to applicants from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Matric Status: Must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Field of Study: Must be intending to study towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the listed fields in 2025.
- Institutional Enrollment: Must be studying or have been accepted to study at an accredited South African public institution (University or TVET College).
- Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need.
- Disability: Students living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Download the Application Form: Download the Emalahleni Local Municipality Bursary Application Form for 2025 in Word format here.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill out the form with accurate and complete details.
- Submit Supporting Documents: The following documents are required for submission (all documents must be certified copies):
- ID document
- Latest Matric results (if currently in Matric) or Matric certificate/statement of results (if completed)
- Full academic record (if already studying)
- Proof of provisional acceptance into a tertiary institution
- Achievements or merit certificates (if applicable)
- Proof of residence
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, or proof of SASSA grant)
- A motivational letter explaining why you deserve the bursary.
- Submission: Applications must be submitted to the Youth Development Unit at the following address:Emalahleni Local Municipality
Civic Centre, 2nd Floor (Youth Development Unit)
Corner Mandela and Street
eMalahleni, 1035Note: Applications via email or fax will not be accepted.
Important Notes
- Agreement: Successful candidates will be required to sign an agreement with the Emalahleni Local Municipality.
- Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
