ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme South Africa 2025

ANFASA is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the interests of authors in South Africa. 

ANFASA offers various services to its members, including workshops, networking opportunities, and advocacy.

The ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme is a valuable initiative designed to support aspiring authors from South Africa. 

About ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme

The ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme is aimed at assisting South African authors in completing their literary projects. 

The bursary provides financial support to cover expenses such as research, writing, and editing. 

The goal of the scheme is to empower aspiring authors and contribute to the vibrant literary landscape of South Africa.

The bursary amount is around R30,000. 

Recipients must use the funds for the purposes of research and writing.

ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. South African Citizenship: Applicants must be South African citizens.
  2. Aspiring Author: Applicants must be actively working on a literary project that is nonfiction and not drama.
  3. Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate a financial need for the bursary.
  4. Academic Qualifications: While not strictly required, applicants with relevant academic qualifications (e.g. in literature, creative writing) may be given preference.

ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:

  1. Completed Application Form: The application form can be downloaded from the ANFASA website.
  2. Project Proposal: A detailed proposal outlining the literary project, including its purpose, scope, and expected outcome.
  3. Writing Sample: A sample of the applicant’s writing, such as a chapter or excerpt from the project.
  4. Financial Need Statement: A statement explaining the applicant’s financial need and how the bursary will assist in completing the project.
  5. Personal information including the complete name, gender, date of birth, address, contact number, details about employment, and ANFASA membership details.
  6. Details about the funding including the type of funding needed, details about any other scholarships or sponsorships, and the applicant’s motivation for sending an application.
  7. References: Letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s work or character.

How to Apply for ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme

Applications for the ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme can be submitted online or by post. 

The application form and guidelines can be found on the ANFASA website. 

After completion, email the form and supporting documents to: info@anfasa.org.za.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well in advance of the closing date.

Download the ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme application form here.

ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme Contact Information

For further information or inquiries about the ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme, please contact:

  1. Website: ANFASA Website
  2. Email: info@anfasa.org.za
  3. Phone: 027 11 403 0027
  4. Address: 4th Floor, SAMRO Place, 20 De Korte Street, Braamfontein

ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme Closing Date

The closing date for applications for the 2025 ANFASA Bursary Grant Scheme is yet to be announced. 

I advise that you check the ANFASA website for the most current information.