Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary South Africa 2025

Located in the Free State province, South Africa, the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality is a Category C municipality.

It includes six local municipalities: Dihlabeng, Maluti-A-Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, and Setsoto.

Named after a prominent figure in the Communist Party of South Africa, Edwin Thabo Mofutsanyana, the district boasts scenic beauty and rich culture, holding great potential for tourism development.

While facing socio-economic challenges, the TMDM actively supports its residents’ educational aspirations.

About Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary

The Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality bursary program is an external bursary aimed at financially disadvantaged students residing within the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality.

It prioritizes students pursuing studies in scarce and critical skills fields relevant to the region’s development.

The bursary covers a range of disciplines, including:

  1. Agriculture
  2. Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
  3. Community Water Services and Sanitation (BSc)
  4. Disaster Management
  5. Environmental and Water Science (BSc)
  6. Geography Information Science
  7. Tourism  
  8. Town and Regional Planning
  9. Water and Science Technology (National Diploma)
  10. Water Resource Management (BSc)
  11. Other related fields

Successful applicants will enter a contractual agreement outlining the terms and conditions of the bursary award.

The total number of bursaries awarded depends on the municipality’s annual budget.

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, ensure you meet the following minimum requirements:

  1. Age: Between 16 and 35 years old
  2. Residency: Reside within the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, Free State
  3. Education: Completed Matric
  4. Study Plan: Intending to study a qualifying field in 2025
  5. Institution: Planning to attend a recognized South African tertiary institution
  6. Financial Need: Demonstrably in financial need
  7. Academic Performance: Possess strong academic ability
  8. Background: Preference given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds
  9. Disability: Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary Application Requirements

Applications can be obtained from the following locations:

  1. TMDM offices
  2. Communications Officers at the local municipalities of Dihlabeng, Maluti A Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, and Setsoto

Remember to submit clear copies of the following supporting documents with your completed application:

  1. Certified copy of your ID document
  2. Matric certificate
  3. Latest academic record (if currently studying)
  4. Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter from your chosen tertiary institution
  5. Proof of residence from a Ward Councilor
  6. Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, SASSA grant/pension proof if applicable)
  7. Parents’ or guardians’ death certificate (if deceased)
  8. Affidavit if you lack one or both parents
  9. Proof of disability (doctor’s medical note, if applicable)
  10. Motivational letter explaining why you deserve the bursary (see our website for motivational letter writing tips)

How to Apply

You will need to download the application form from the website and fill it out.

After you finish with that, choose one of the following methods to submit your application:

  1. Email: mmadmin@tmdm.gov.za (Include “TMDM Bursary 2025” in the subject line).
  2. Post: The Municipal Manager’s Office Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality 1 Mampoi Road, Old Parliament Building Phuthaditjhaba 9866

How to Contact

For any further inquiries regarding the TMDM Bursary program, please contact the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality directly:

  1. Contact Person 1: Mr. Ti Ranokoli
    • Tel: 063 138 7371
    • Email: mmadmin@tmdm.gov.za
  2. Contact Person 2: Mr. M Tshabalala
    • Tel: 071 687 0048

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality Bursary Closing Date

Please note that the application deadline for the 2025 intake is yet to be announced.

I recommend checking the TMDM website or contacting them directly for updates closer to the application period.