Capitec Opens 2027 External Bursary Programme for South African University Students

2027 External Bursary Programme

Capitec has officially opened applications for its 2027 External Bursary Programme, offering financial support and career development opportunities to talented South African students pursuing qualifications in business, technology, finance, and related fields. The bursary is designed to help academically strong students focus on their studies by covering major study costs while providing access to work-readiness … Read more

UFS Opens 2027 Matriculant of the Year Bursary Competition for Top Grade 12 Learners

Bursary Competition for Top Grade 12 Learners

UFS Invites Top Grade 12 Learners to Apply for the 2027 Matriculant of the Year Bursary Competition The University of the Free State (UFS), in partnership with Novus Media, has officially opened applications for the 2027 Matriculant of the Year Bursary Competition. The prestigious competition recognises exceptional Grade 12 learners who have demonstrated outstanding achievements … Read more

Vodacom Bursary Programme 2027 Opens for South African Students Pursuing STEM and Business Degrees

vodacom bursary

Full Tuition, Accommodation, Meal Allowances, Technology Support and Workplace Exposure Available for High-Achieving Students Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 Thousands of South African students face the challenge of balancing academic ambition with the rising cost of higher education. For learners with strong academic records and aspirations in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and business-related fields, the … Read more

The 4 Pillars of Education Explained: UNESCO’s Framework for Lifelong Learning

Pillars of Education Explained

What Are the 4 Pillars of Education? The Four Pillars of Education are a globally recognised framework developed by UNESCO to promote lifelong learning and holistic human development. Introduced in the influential 1996 report Learning: The Treasure Within, the framework encourages education systems to move beyond memorising facts and instead prepare learners with the knowledge, … Read more

Vodacom Early Careers Graduate Programme 2027 Opens for South African Graduates

Careers Graduate Programme

Vodacom Launches 2027 Graduate Programme With Leadership Development and Global Exposure Graduating from university is a major milestone, but securing meaningful work experience remains one of the biggest challenges facing many South African graduates. To help bridge the gap between academic achievement and professional success, Vodacom Group has opened applications for its Early Careers Graduate … Read more

Funza Lushaka Bursary 2027 Applications to Open Soon: DBE Invites Future Teachers to Prepare for October Applications

South Africans who dream of becoming qualified teachers are encouraged to begin preparing for the Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme 2027, one of the country’s largest teacher funding initiatives. According to information released by the Free State Department of Education, applications for the online bursary programme are expected to open on 1 October 2026 through the … Read more

Wilmar SA Bursary 2027 Applications Now Open: Final-Year Students Can Receive Full Study Funding

Category: Bursaries | Higher Education | Graduate FundingReading Time: 9 Minutes South African university students approaching their final year of undergraduate studies have an opportunity to secure financial support through the Wilmar SA Bursary Programme 2027. The bursary is designed to assist academically deserving students from historically disadvantaged and underprivileged backgrounds who are pursuing qualifications … Read more

Hortgro Bursary 2027 Applications Open for South African Students Studying Agriculture and Science

Category: Bursaries | Agriculture | Higher EducationReading Time: 9 Minutes Students who dream of building a career in South Africa’s agricultural industry now have an opportunity to secure funding for their studies. Hortgro has officially opened applications for its 2027 Bursary Programme, supporting students pursuing qualifications that will contribute to the future of the country’s … Read more

SAFETP Opens Applications for 2027 Epidemiology Programme

South Africa Field Epidemiology Training Programme Opens Applications for 2027 Intake Public Health Professionals Invited to Apply for Prestigious SAFETP Residency Programme The South Africa Field Epidemiology Training Programme (SAFETP) has officially opened applications for its 2027 intake, offering health professionals an opportunity to develop advanced epidemiology, outbreak investigation, disease surveillance, and public health leadership … Read more

AI Is Already Transforming South African Classrooms — But Schools Need Clear Rules Before It’s Too Late

Experts Warn That Without Strong Governance, Artificial Intelligence Could Deepen Risks in Education Instead of Solving Them Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept for South African schools. From teachers experimenting with AI-powered lesson planning tools to learners using chatbots for homework assistance, the technology has already become part of everyday education. The … Read more