The Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality is named after Elias Motsoaledi, a key figure in establishing the South African Congress of Trade Unions. Located within the Sekhukhune District Municipality in Limpopo, it was previously known as the Greater Groblersdal Local Municipality, with its seat in Groblersdal.
The municipality is dedicated to providing sustainable services, ensuring value for money, and delivering services in a clear and fair manner. They aim to create an environment conducive to economic growth and job creation, foster democracy through public participation and communication.
About the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Bursary Programme
Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality invites students to apply for the Mayor’s bursary programme for the 2025 academic year. Bursaries are available for students residing within the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipal area (Limpopo) for studies in the following fields:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Finance
- Public Administration/Management
- Town Planning
More About the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Bursary Programme
The bursary covers full tuition fees and registration fees (up to a maximum of R10,000).
Eligibility Requirements for the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Bursary
To apply, you must meet these criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Reside within the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality in Limpopo province
- Have completed Matric or be currently in Matric (in 2024) with a strong academic record
- Plan to study in one of the listed fields in 2025
- Have been accepted/provisionally accepted at a public institution of higher learning in South Africa (University, University of Technology, or TVET College)
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged students and those in financial need.
How to Apply for the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Bursary
Download and complete the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Bursary Application Form 2025 (.doc).
Alternatively, application forms can be collected from:
- Main Office: 2 Grobler Avenue, Groblersdal, 0470
- Satellite Offices: in Hlogotlou, Roossenekal, and Uitspanning (between 07:30 and 16:15)
Enter “busa.hlayiso.com” when asked how you heard about the bursary.
Note: Candidates must indicate whether they are applying for the full bursary or registration fee financial assistance on the application form.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documents with your application:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Most recent statement of results/academic record (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance/provisional acceptance from a tertiary institution (on institution’s letterhead)
- Proof of residence (endorsed by the Local Municipality)
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed)
Submit your application in one of the following ways:
- Post:
- The Municipal Manager
- Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality
- P.O. Box 48
- Groblersdal
- 0470
- Hand delivery:
- Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality
- 2 Grobler Avenue
- Groblersdal
- 0470
Closing Date
17 January 2025 (at 16:15) – apply before this date to be considered.
Contact the Bursary Provider
For any queries related to this bursary programme, contact the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality directly:
- Contact Person 1: Mr. Simon Makua (Manager Public Relation) – Tel: 072 439 9549
- Contact Person 2: Mr. Andy Tshehla (Youth Coordinator) – Tel: 079 738 9928