If you are a Grade 12 learner planning to study Accounting Sciences toward becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA) in 2027, the Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Bursary Programme 2027 is one of the most targeted and high-impact funding opportunities currently open in South Africa.
Check if you Qualify for this Bursary Before you Apply
This bursary is not a general funding scheme. It is specifically designed for learners from the Royal Bafokeng Nation (RBN) who want to pursue the CA stream at a SAICA-recognised university. Because Chartered Accountants remain one of South Africa’s most in-demand professional skills categories, opportunities like this can change a student’s entire career trajectory.
Quick Overview
Programme name: Royal Bafokeng Holdings Chartered Accountant Bursary
Reference: 2027 RBH bursary programme application
Field of study: Accounting Sciences (CA stream only)
Study level: First-year students entering university in 2027
Institution type: SAICA-recognised public universities
Citizenship requirement: South African
Community requirement: Royal Bafokeng Nation youth
Academic requirement: Minimum Level 5 in Mathematics, English and Accounting
Funding restriction: Cannot receive NSFAS or another bursary simultaneously
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Shortlisting outcome timeline: By 31 August 2026
Application method: Online application portal or QR code submission
Enquiries email: Graduate@bafokengholdings.com
What Makes the RBH CA Bursary Programme Unique?
Unlike many bursaries that support multiple study fields, this programme focuses exclusively on Chartered Accountant training pathways.
This targeted approach means:
- applicants are selected carefully
- expectations are high
- career outcomes are strong
- support structures are often more specialised
Students entering the CA stream typically follow this pathway:
- Accounting Sciences degree
- Honours or CTA qualification
- SAICA training contract
- Board examinations
- Professional CA(SA) designation
This bursary helps students begin that journey.
Who Can Apply for the RBH CA Bursary 2027?
To qualify, applicants must meet all the following requirements.
Citizenship requirement
Applicants must:
- be South African citizens
Community requirement
Applicants must:
- be unemployed youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation
This is a community-focused bursary programme.
Academic Requirements for the RBH CA Bursary
Applicants must:
- be accepted to study Accounting Sciences (CA stream)
- study at a SAICA-recognised public South African university
- register as a first-year student in 2027
Minimum subject performance requirements include:
- Mathematics: Level 5 or higher
- English: Level 5 or higher
- Accounting: Level 5 or higher
Important note:
Mathematical Literacy and Technical Mathematics are not accepted for this programme.
Funding Restrictions You Must Understand Before Applying
Applicants cannot receive another bursary in 2027, including:
- NSFAS funding
- private bursaries
- corporate bursaries
- SETA funding linked to the same qualification
This requirement is strict and must be considered carefully before applying.
If you are unsure whether you qualify, you can use the Edupstairs NSFAS Eligibility Checker and Bursary Probability Checker tools to evaluate your funding options before applying.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must upload certified copies of the following documents:
- Certified ID (not older than 3 months)
- Proof of residence from Lekwalo la Kgosana (not older than 3 months)
- Certified matric certificate (once available)
- Grade 11 results
- Grade 12 Term 1–3 results
- Proof of provisional or official university acceptance
Preparing these documents early increases your chances of submitting a complete application before the deadline.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements must:
APPLY FOR THE ROYAL BAFOKENG HOLDINGS (RBH) CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT BURSARY PROGRAMME 2027 HERE
For enquiries, contact: Graduate@bafokengholdings.com
Use the subject line: 2027 RBH bursary programme application
This ensures your message reaches the correct recruitment officer.
Why RBH Supports Chartered Accountant Training
South Africa continues to face shortages in high-level financial professionals.
Chartered Accountants are critical in:
- public finance management
- auditing
- corporate governance
- infrastructure budgeting
- municipal accountability
- private sector compliance
- entrepreneurship development
By investing in Accounting Sciences students early, RBH strengthens the financial leadership capacity of the Royal Bafokeng Nation and the broader South African economy.
Universities Recognised by SAICA for CA Training
Applicants must ensure their Accounting Sciences programme is offered at a SAICA-accredited university.
Examples include:
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Pretoria
- University of the Witwatersrand
- North-West University
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Cape Town
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
Acceptance into a qualifying programme is mandatory before bursary approval.
Edupstairs Advice for Students Applying to the RBH CA Bursary Programme
If you qualify for this bursary, treat the application as a priority opportunity.
Here is what successful applicants usually do differently:
- apply before June instead of waiting until July
- prepare certified documents early
- secure provisional university acceptance quickly
- confirm Accounting subject eligibility
- verify Mathematics performance meets Level 5 requirement
- avoid submitting incomplete uploads
Because Chartered Accountant training is one of the most structured professional pathways in South Africa, early preparation significantly improves success chances.
Students who secure CA-track bursaries often enter long-term professional pipelines that lead directly into leadership positions.
This makes the RBH CA Bursary Programme one of the most strategic education funding opportunities currently available for eligible Royal Bafokeng Nation learners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Can I apply if I received NSFAS before?
No. Applicants must not receive NSFAS funding in 2027 if selected for this bursary.
- Can I apply if I am not from the Royal Bafokeng Nation?
No. This bursary is specifically reserved for Royal Bafokeng Nation youth.
- Can I apply with Mathematical Literacy?
No. Only pure Mathematics Level 5 or higher is accepted.
- Can I apply if I plan to study Accounting but not Chartered Accounting?
No. The bursary supports only the Chartered Accountant (CA stream) pathway.
- When will shortlisted applicants be contacted?
Shortlisted candidates are contacted before: 31 August 2026
- Is the bursary open to private university students?
No. Applicants must study at SAICA-recognised public universities.
CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2026
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