The Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire (Pty) Ltd–better known as Bakwena–is the company managing South Africa’s busy N1 and N4 highways stretching from Tshwane to Bela-Bela, Rustenburg, Zeerust, and the Botswana border. Through its Bakwena Cares initiative, the company invests in education by offering bursaries to deserving students living and studying along this corridor
Who Can Apply?
The bursary is available to South African citizens who meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled in their 2nd year or beyond at a recognized SA university
- Hold a minimum academic average of 60%
- Preferably reside within 6 km of the N1/N4 corridor
Fields of Study and Funding Details
Unlike niche bursaries, Bakwena supports any undergraduate field—Engineering, Health Sciences, Business, Arts, Social Sciences—you name it. Recipients receive up to R35 000 per academic year, funded directly to their tertiary institution. The bursary covers one year and may be renewed annually, subject to academic progress and available funding.
Why This Bursary Matters
Bakwena’s bursary isn’t just a financial boost—it’s an opportunity to uplift local communities, incentivize academic excellence, and ensure young scholars along this critical transport route are equipped to succeed. The 2024 programme supported 10 external students, 11 learnerships, and 7 internal bursaries, showcasing a longstanding commitment to community and staff development
Application Process: Step by Step
- Download the official 2026 application form here
- Complete the form and gather supporting documents:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified matric certificate and full academic transcript (first year results included)
- Certified proof of residence
- A well-crafted motivational letter outlining your goals and why you deserve this bursary
- Email your submission to info@bakwena.co.za, using “Bursary Application” as your subject line
- Submit before the closing date: 31 December 2025. Late or incomplete entries will not be considered
Success Stories & Community Impact
Bursary recipients like Catherine Morena and Boitumelo Joy Ngobeni are real-life proof of the programme’s impact. Catherine rose from Communications Clerk to Commercial Support Officer after attaining her Bachelor of Business Administration under Bakwena’s support. Boitumelo earned two qualifications in Integrated Communication from TUT and continues to give back to her community.
Our Conclusion:
The Bakwena 2026 Bursary Programme is more than just funding—it’s a pathway to academic growth, community upliftment, and professional development. If you’re a passionate undergraduate student residing near the N1/N4 corridor, enroll now and begin your journey toward success. Be sure to meet eligibility criteria, prepare strong documents, and apply well before the 31 December 2025 deadline.
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