Dube TradePort Bursaries 2027: Applications Open for KZN Students
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Dube TradePort Corporation is inviting eligible South African students living in KwaZulu-Natal to apply for its 2027 Bursary Programme. The opportunity is available to undergraduate students in selected fields of study who do not qualify for NSFAS funding.
Applications are submitted online through SA Youth.Mobi and close on 31 August 2026.
Dube TradePort Bursary Programme 2027
The bursary supports eligible students from KwaZulu-Natal who are studying, or planning to study, selected undergraduate qualifications at public universities in the province.
The programme is aimed at students who require financial assistance but do not qualify for NSFAS.
Bursary Overview
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Dube TradePort Corporation |
| Programme | Dube TradePort Bursary Programme |
| Academic year | 2027 |
| Location | KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Study level | Undergraduate |
| Eligible years | 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th year |
| Citizenship | South African |
| Age | 18–34 years preferred |
| NSFAS | Applicants must not qualify for NSFAS |
| Application method | Online |
| Platform | SA Youth.Mobi |
| Reference number | 2129359 |
| Closing date | 31 August 2026 |
Fields of Study
The bursary is available for undergraduate studies in selected fields, including:
- Engineering Studies
- Agricultural Studies, particularly Crops and Plants
- Information Technology
- Built Environment Studies
Applicants should confirm that their qualification falls within an approved field before applying.
Eligible Universities
The programme is limited to qualifying students studying or planning to study at selected public universities in KwaZulu-Natal:
- Durban University of Technology (DUT)
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
- University of Zululand (UniZulu)
Private institutions are excluded from the published opportunity.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should meet the main eligibility requirements, including:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Reside in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old, preferably.
- Be studying or planning to study an undergraduate qualification.
- Be entering first, second, third or fourth year.
- Study in one of the approved fields.
- Study or plan to study at one of the eligible universities.
- Not qualify for NSFAS funding.
- Be able to provide proof of household income.
- Have a good academic record.
- Demonstrate a genuine need for financial assistance.
Selection may also take into account available funding, the financial circumstances of the applicant’s parent or guardian, academic performance and other relevant criteria.
Documents Needed
Applicants should prepare the required supporting documents before completing the online application. Depending on their circumstances, these may include:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Latest Matric results for current Grade 12 learners
- Matric certificate for applicants who have completed Grade 12
- Full tertiary academic record for current students
- Proof of university registration
- University tuition fee statement
- Course curriculum showing the qualification duration and subjects or modules
- Latest payslips of an employed parent or guardian
- Affidavit where a parent or guardian is unemployed
- Death certificate where a parent or guardian is deceased
- Motivation letter explaining the applicant’s financial circumstances and why they should be considered
Documents should be clear and complete when uploaded.
How to Apply
Applications are completed online through SA Youth.Mobi.
Applicants should:
- Create or log in to their SA Youth profile.
- Search for the Dube TradePort bursary opportunity.
- Use reference number 2129359 to identify the opportunity.
- Complete the required application information.
- Upload the relevant supporting documents.
- Check that the information entered matches the supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
Official application platform: SA Youth.Mobi
Dube TradePort Bursary Closing Date
The closing date is 31 August 2026.
Applicants should avoid waiting until the final day to submit their applications. Incomplete information or missing documents can affect an application.
The published opportunity states that applicants who have not received communication within approximately four weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Before You Apply
Check the most important eligibility requirements first, particularly your KwaZulu-Natal residency, university, field of study and NSFAS status.
It is also worth preparing your supporting documents before starting the online application. Make sure scans are readable and that your financial circumstances are clearly explained in the motivation letter.
Finally, review the completed application carefully before submitting it and ensure that your personal and academic information matches your supporting documents.
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