If you’re a South African student who lives near one of Seriti’s mines in Mpumalanga and you want to go to university but don’t have enough money, the Seriti Community Scholarship is a chance you’ll want to take. The scholarship is open for the 2026 academic year and will give you a full education package—tuition, books, a place to stay and food—so you can focus on your studies.
When the deadline is?
You have until 22 December 2025 to apply. Don’t wait until the last minute; if you submit late, it will be rejected.
Who can apply?
Location – You must live in one of the communities around these Seriti operations in Mpumalanga:
- Khutala Colliery (Emalahleni)
- Kriel Colliery
- Middelburg Mine Services
- New Denmark Colliery
- New Vaal Colliery
If you live elsewhere, you can’t apply.
Citizenship – Only South African citizens are eligible.
Education – You must have finished high school (Matric) and be planning to study for a degree or diploma that is at least NQF Level 6.
University acceptance – You must be accepted, or at least provisionally accepted, to a recognised university or university of technology in South Africa.
Academic record – Your most recent results need an average of 60 % or higher.
No other aid – You can’t be receiving any other bursary, scholarship or sponsorship at the same time.
If any of these points is not true, your application will be dropped.
What the scholarship pays for
- All tuition fees for the full program
- A monthly allowance to buy books
- A place to live while you study
- A monthly meal allowance
What it doesn’t cover:
- Past tuition that you still owe
- Failed subjects from earlier years
- Bridging or foundation courses
Documents you’ll need
When you apply, you must upload clear, certified copies of the following. All certificates must be certified in the last three months.
- South African ID (certified)
- Matric certificate (certified)
- Full academic record (if you’re already enrolled)
- Letter from your university that shows you’re registered or will be in 2026 (on official letterhead)
- A short CV in PDF format
- Proof of where you live—this could be a municipal bill or a letter from a local council member or a traditional authority.
Use Google Chrome for the online form. Missing any of these items may lead to your application being rejected.
How to apply
All applications go online. Pick the link that matches the community where you live:
- Khutala Colliery Scholarship – Apply now for the Khutala Colliery Scholarship (Reference: KHT121/25GS)
- Kriel Colliery Scholarship – Apply now for the Kriel Colliery Scholarship (Reference: KRL121/25GS)
- Middelburg Mine Services Scholarship – Apply now for the Middelburg Mine Services Scholarship (Reference: MMS121/25GS)
- New Denmark Colliery Scholarship – Apply now for the New Denmark Colliery Scholarship (Reference: NDC122/25GS)
- New Vaal Colliery Scholarship – Apply now for the New Vaal Colliery Scholarship (Reference: NVC124/25GS)
When the form asks “How did you hear about this scholarship?”, write www.zabursaries.co.za.
What happens after you submit
- If you are shortlisted, the team will let you know within 30 days of the closing date.
- If you hear nothing by then, your application wasn’t successful.
- Even if you are shortlisted, the final decision still depends on you being officially registered for the 2026 semester and maintaining good grades.
A quick recap
- Apply before 22 December 2025
- Only for students living in the listed Mpumalanga communities
- Requires a 60 % average, Matric completion, and university acceptance
- Covers tuition, books, accommodation and meals
- Provide certified ID, matric, academic record, registration letter, CV and proof of residence
- Submit through Google Chrome to the correct community link
If you’re ready to chase your degree without the stress of money, this scholarship could be your next big step. Don’t let the deadline catch you off guard—get your documents ready and start the online application today.