Tastic Bursary South Africa 2025

For over 60 years, South Africans have relied on Tastic, a much-loved rice brand from Tiger Brands, for their delicious and versatile parboiled rice products.

Beyond providing families with a staple food for everyday meals and international dishes, Tastic is dedicated to giving back to the community through their bursary program. 

About Tastic

Owned by Tiger Brands, a South African household name, Tastic has been a leader in the rice market since 1961.

They offer a diverse range of products to cater to every taste and dietary need, including:

  1. Everyday Range: Long grain rice perfect for everyday meals.
  2. Rices of the World Range: Internationally sourced rice varieties for authentic dishes.
  3. Tastic Nature’s Range: Brown and wild rice options packed with essential nutrients.
  4. Tastic Flavoured Rice Range: High-quality parboiled rice infused with flavorful spices and herbs.

About the Tastic Bursary

The Tastic Bursary is a fantastic opportunity for South African students to access financial support for their tertiary education.

Sixty deserving students will be awarded R25,000 each towards their tuition fees at any accredited higher education institution in South Africa.

There are no restrictions on the field of study, allowing you to pursue your academic aspirations with greater ease.

The bursary amount will be paid directly to the student’s institution, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

Tastic Bursary Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the Tastic Bursary, ensure you meet the following minimum requirements:

  1. You must be a South African citizen or hold permanent residency status in South Africa.
  2. You must be 18 years or older at the time of application.
  3. Only individual applicants are eligible. Bursaries are not awarded to companies or organizations.
  4. You must be registered for studies at a recognized university or college in South Africa.
  5. You cannot be a director, employee, agent, consultant, or affiliated with Tiger Brands Group of Companies in any way. This includes spouses, life partners, immediate family members, business partners, or suppliers associated with Tiger Brands.
  6. You must have read, understood, and agreed to the Tastic Bursary Competition Terms and Conditions before submitting your application.

Tastic Bursary Application Requirements

The Tastic Bursary application process is simple and straightforward. Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Social Media Platforms: Applications are accepted via comments on the Tastic Facebook page or Tastic Instagram page.
  2. Application Prompt: In your comment, explain why you and Tastic make the #PerfectPartnership on your educational journey. This is your chance to showcase your academic goals and how Tastic’s support would contribute to your success.
  3. Hashtags: Ensure your comment includes the following hashtags: #Tastic #EducationFund #PerfectPartnership
  4. Terms and Conditions: Remember to read and agree to the Tastic Bursary Competition Terms and Conditions before submitting your application.

Incomplete or illegible applications will be disqualified. Tiger Consumer Brands Limited is not responsible for technical issues that might prevent a successful submission.

How to Apply For Tastic Bursary?

Unfortunately, the specific dates for the 2025 Tastic Bursary application period haven’t been announced yet.

However, by keeping an eye on Tastic’s social media pages or website, you’ll be notified when applications open.

How to Contact Tastic Bursary?

If you have any questions regarding the Tastic Bursary program, you can directly contact Tiger Brands using the information below:

  1. Consumer Services: 086 010 0878 / 086 010 1107
  2. Email: [email protected]