Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt South Africa 2025

Canon Collins Thekgo is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education and social justice in South Africa. 

Through its various initiatives, the organization aims to empower individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds and contribute to the development of a more equitable society.

About Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt

The Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt is designed to assist students who have incurred significant debt while pursuing their studies.

This bursary provides financial support to help students clear their outstanding debts and continue their academic journey.

Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. The bursary is exclusively available to South African citizens.
  2. You must have a proven track record of academic achievement, as evidenced by their academic transcripts.
  3. Applicants must demonstrate a clear financial need, and their outstanding debt must be a significant obstacle to completing their studies.
  4. The bursary is open to students pursuing any of these fields of study at a recognized South African university or tertiary institution:
    • Arts (Visual/Fine/Digital Arts, History of Art, Drama/Performance, Film, TV, Music)
    • Languages and Literature
    • Media Studies
    • Gender Studies
    • Education
  5. You must have missed one graduation already and/or was not able to receive the degree due to outstanding debt not exceeding R10,000 owed to the university.
  6. You must have completed undergraduate studies (three year or four year Bachelor or Honors degree) in a degree programme within Thekgo’s focus disciplines in the Humanities

Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents with their bursary application:

  1. Completed Application Form: The application form can be obtained from the Canon Collins Thekgo website or directly from their offices.
  2. Academic Transcripts: Provide copies of your academic transcripts for all completed years of study.
  3. Proof of Financial Need: Submit supporting documents to demonstrate your financial situation, such as income statements and debt statements.
  4. Supporting Letters: Obtain letters of recommendation from academic or professional references.
  5. Identity Document: A copy of your South African identity document.

How to Apply for Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary 

To apply for the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt, follow these steps:

  1. Download the application form from the Canon Collins Thekgo website or collect it from their offices.
  2. Carefully fill out the application form, providing accurate and complete information.
  3. Collect all the required documents as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
  4. Submit your completed application form and supporting documents to Canon Collins Thekgo by email to: thekgo@canoncollins.org.uk.

Download the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application form here.

Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Contact Information

For further inquiries or to obtain more information about the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt, please contact:

  1. Telephone Number: (+27) 10 500 2303
  2. Email Address:  thekgo@canoncollins.org.uk / info@canoncollins.org

Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Closing Date

The closing date for applications for the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary for Outstanding Debt is 26 April 5pm SAST.