KZN EDTEA Economics Bursary 2027 - Closing 30 November 2026

KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) Economics Bursary Programme 2027 applications are open and expire in November 2026. Closing date is 30 November 2026. This is for KwaZulu-Natal residents pursuing Economics-related qualifications. Important: No emailed applications - hand delivery or post only to Pietermaritzburg head office and district offices.

About KZN EDTEA Economics Bursary - November Expiry

KZN EDTEA funds students in Economics to build economic development capacity for KZN province. The bursary is managed by Mr Mbuyiseni Zwane. It is one of few KZN provincial bursaries expiring in November, giving KZN students time after Matric final exams prep.

What Does It Cover?

• Registration and tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed books and study materials
• Meals and monthly allowance (subject to Departmental Bursary Policy)

Fields of Study - Economics Programme

• Economics
• Economics and Finance
• Agricultural Economics
• Development Economics
• Financial Economics / Econometrics

NB: KZN EDTEA also has Engineering Bursary (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Civil) at WITS or UP closing 30 October - different programme. This blog is Economics Programme closing 30 November.

Eligibility - November 30

• South African citizen
• Resident of KwaZulu-Natal Province - proof required: municipal rates account, Police Affidavit, letter from traditional authority or local councillor
• Grade 12 learner with June results (final results to be emailed when received) OR completed Matric OR currently studying
• Accepted or intending to study Economics at recognised South African public university
• Financial need + disadvantaged background priority
• Age 15-35? (for Engineering its 15-34, for Economics similar youth focus)
• Strong academic in Maths, Economics

Documents Required

• Official KZN EDTEA Economics Bursary Programme application form (from www.kznedtea.gov.za)
• Certified ID copy
• Matric June results if currently in Matric (Matric final certificate to be emailed once received) - certified
• Matric certificate if completed - certified
• Full academic record if currently studying - on university letterhead
• Proof of acceptance at university if available
• Motivational letter 1 page - why you should be awarded bursary
• Proof of residence in KZN (municipal rates, Police Affidavit, traditional authority letter, local councillor letter)
• Parents/guardians ID documents certified
• Proof of guardianship if applicable
• Parents/guardians proof of income - latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed
• Parents/guardians income and expense statement

How to Apply - Hand Delivery Only - 30 November Closing

1. Download official form from KZN EDTEA website: www.kznedtea.gov.za
2. Complete form fully, mark clearly: Reference: EDTEA Economics Bursary Programme 2027 Attention: Mr Mbuyiseni Zwane
3. Do NOT substitute your own CV - use prescribed form
4. Attach all certified documents
5. Post to: Private Bag X9152, Pietermaritzburg 3200 OR hand deliver to KZN EDTEA Head Office, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201
6. Also hand deliver to district offices: iLembe KwaDukuza, eThekwini Durban (The Marine Building), uMzinyathi Dundee, Amajuba Newcastle, uThukela Ladysmith, Zululand Vryheid, King Cetshwayo Richards Bay, Harry Gwala Ixopo, Ugu Port Shepstone, uMgungundlovu Pietermaritzburg, uMkhanyakude Mkuze/Mtubatuba, Zululand Ulundi
7. No emailed applications will be accepted - only final Matric results may be emailed later
8. Submit before 30 November 2026 - avoid last day
9. Queries: Mr Mbuyiseni Zwane Tel 060 565 3728 Email mbuyiseni.zwane@kznedtea.gov.za

Apply Now - Direct Link

👉 Click here to download KZN EDTEA Economics Bursary 2027 form

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