CA Bursary Programme 2027 at Royal Bafokeng Holdings

Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) is proud to announce its CA Bursary Programme for 2027, offering a prestigious opportunity for talented and deserving youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation to pursue a career as a Chartered Accountant. This bursary is a testament to RBH's commitment to community development and investing in the future leaders of South Africa. The programme aims to alleviate the financial burden of tertiary education, enabling students to focus entirely on their academic pursuits in the demanding field of Accounting Sciences. Successful candidates will embark on a journey towards becoming a SAICA-accredited Chartered Accountant, a qualification highly respected globally and critical for economic growth.

The Royal Bafokeng Nation, through RBH, is dedicated to fostering educational excellence and professional development within its community. This bursary not only provides financial support but also opens doors to future career opportunities within RBH or its extensive network of investments. Bursary recipients will be part of a cohort of promising students, benefiting from the prestige and support associated with a leading investment company. The programme is designed to ensure that beneficiaries are well-prepared for the rigorous academic and professional demands of the CA profession, contributing to the skilled workforce of the nation.

Selection Process

The selection process for the RBH CA Bursary Programme is thorough and competitive. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for further assessment. Applicants who are not contacted by 31 August 2026 should consider their application unsuccessful. This timeline allows for a comprehensive review of all applications and ensures that the most suitable candidates are identified to join this esteemed programme.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official RBH bursary application form. To complete your application, you must upload clear certified copies of the following compulsory documents:

• Certified copy of your ID, not older than 3 months.
• Proof of residence (Lekwalo la Kgosana), not older than 3 months.
• Certified Matric certificate (to be made available when results are published).
• Grade 11 results.
• Grade 12 Term 1 to Term 3 results.
• Proof of provisional or official university acceptance for Accounting Sciences in the CA stream.

Applicants must complete the online application form and upload all required certified documents before the closing date of 31 July 2026 at 23:59. Late applications will not be considered, so early submission is strongly encouraged. For bursary-related enquiries, applicants can email the recruiting officer at Graduate@bafokengholdings.com, using the reference "2027 RBH Bursary Programme Application".

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must be an unemployed youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation.
• Must be accepted to study Accounting Sciences in the Chartered Accountant (CA) stream.
• Must study at a SAICA-recognised and registered public South African university.
• Must be a first-year student in 2027.
• Must not be a recipient of any other bursary in 2027, including NSFAS.
• Achieved a minimum of Level 5 in Mathematics.
• Achieved a minimum of Level 5 in English.
• Achieved a minimum of Level 5 in Accounting.
• Learners with Maths Literacy and Technical Mathematics will not be considered.