Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary 2025

The Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary Application for 2025/2026. Find below How to Apply for the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary 2025/2026.

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About the Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform: The Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) is responsible for the implementation of progressive rural development, land reform and food security programmes in the country. As one of the departments of the South African government, the DRDAR’s mission is to promote and support rural development and agrarian reform interventions that will help alleviate poverty by way of integrated food security programmes and job creation.

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Field of Study

Agriculture (Entomology) (BSc)
Agricultural Economics (BSc)
Agricultural Engineering (BSc)
Bioresource Engineering (BSc)
Vet Technologist (BSc)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc)

Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary Application Requirements 2025/2026

South African citizen
Currently in Matric OR completed Matric
Passed Mathematics and Physical Science in Matric
Studying or planning to study within one of the aforementioned fields of study
Studying or have been provisionally accepted to study at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
Students with disabilities are welcome to apply
*Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged students who reside within the Eastern Cape

Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursaries Application Procedures 2025/2026

ID document (certified copy)
Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
Proof of admission or provisional admission to study at a tertiary institute
Parent/ guardian’s ID documents (certified copies)
Parent/ guardian’s proof of income (affidavit regarding family financial status)

Closing Date: 30 November

Contact the Dept of Rural Development and Land Reform for more details about the Bursaries and also check your status.

Please contact the DRDAR directly:

Contact Person: Mr M. Nzimande / Ms L. Mqedazwe

Tel: 040 602 5220 / 040 602 5222 / 040 602 5223

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