Siza Water Bursary
Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house)
The Siza Water Bursary is a geographically restricted programme funding South African students from the Siza Water concession area (the Dolphin Coast region of KwaZulu-Natal, roughly between Etete and Zimbali) who are studying engineering and water-related fields such as chemical, civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, environmental management, town and regional planning and water/sewer treatment process control. As the private water and sanitation concessionaire for the iLembe district, Siza Water covers full tuition fees and prescribed textbooks for up to three years, conditional on the student passing all subjects each year. Preference is given to historically disadvantaged students in financial need, especially female and Black (African, Coloured, Indian) candidates.
- Amount
- Covers full tuition fees and prescribed textbooks; funding for up to 3 years, conditional on the student passing all subjects each year. Specific monetary value not published.
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Not older than 21 years
- ✓ Residing within the Siza Water concession area (Dolphin Coast region, KwaZulu-Natal, roughly between Etete and Zimbali)
- ✓ Currently in Matric (Grade 12) or have already completed Matric
- ✓ Studying or accepted to study full-time at a recognised, accredited South African institution
- ✓ Minimum 65% overall average and minimum 65% in the subject relevant to the chosen field of study
- ✓ In financial need - total household income not exceeding R15,000 per month
- ✓ Preference given to historically disadvantaged students, especially female and Black (African, Coloured, Indian) candidates
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fees
- ✓ Prescribed textbooks
- ✓ Renewable for up to 3 years subject to passing all subjects each year
- ✓ Opportunity to build a career in South Africa's water and sanitation sector
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house) bursary application
- 1
Confirm you reside within the Siza Water concession area (Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KZN) and meet the eligibility criteria
- 2
Download the Siza Water bursary application form from the company website (sizawater.com)
- 3
Complete the application form in full and gather all required supporting documents
- 4
Have all copies of supporting documents certified
- 5
Submit the completed form and certified documents by post or hand delivery to the Siza Water offices (Ballito / Shakaskraal), or by email to info@sizawater.com, before the annual closing date
- 6
Wait for shortlisting and selection by Siza Water
Required Documents
- 📄 Completed Siza Water bursary application form
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified copy of latest academic results (Matric or current tertiary record)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised, accredited South African institution
- 📄 Proof of household income (to demonstrate financial need)
- 📄 Proof of residence within the Siza Water concession area
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the Siza Water Bursary?
- You must be a South African citizen no older than 21 who resides within the Siza Water concession area (the Dolphin Coast region of KZN, roughly between Etete and Zimbali). You must be in Matric or have completed Matric, be studying or accepted to study full-time in a qualifying field, achieve at least 65% overall and 65% in the subject relevant to your studies, and be in financial need with a total household income not exceeding R15,000 per month.
- Which fields does the Siza Water Bursary cover?
- The bursary funds engineering and water-related disciplines, including chemical, civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, environmental management, financial management, town and regional planning, water and sewer treatment process control, and trades such as electrician, fitter, millwright and plumbing.
- What does the Siza Water Bursary cover and is it renewable?
- It covers full tuition fees and prescribed textbooks. Funding is renewable for up to three years, but is conditional on you passing all of your subjects each year. The specific monetary value is not published.
- How do I apply for the Siza Water Bursary?
- Download the bursary application form from the Siza Water website (sizawater.com), complete it in full, and submit it with certified copies of your ID, latest results, proof of acceptance, proof of household income and proof of residence. Submit by post or hand delivery to the Siza Water offices (Ballito / Shakaskraal), or by email to info@sizawater.com, before the annual closing date. The 2026 cycle closed on 28 November 2025; confirm the current deadline directly with Siza Water.
When do 2027 applications open?
Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 28 November 2025. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house) before you rely on them.
Check Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Siza Water (RF) (Pty) Ltd (private water and sanitation concessionaire for the Dolphin Coast / iLembe region, KwaZulu-Natal; a subsidiary of South African Water Works (SAWW), majority-owned by Mergence Investment Managers; administered in-house):
Email: info@sizawater.com
Phone: 032 946 7200 (also +27 (32) 946 2188); office-hours cell 071 298 6341; after-hours cell 071 298 5206
Information verified 2025-11-28. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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