Cape Gate Erwin Robert Balde Bursary 2026 Summary
The Erwin Robert Balde Bursary Scheme, provided by Cape Gate (Pty) Ltd, is a prestigious funding opportunity specifically designed for top-performing students aiming to become Chartered Accountants. Cape Gate is a major steel manufacturer based in Vanderbijlpark, and this bursary combines financial support with practical corporate exposure.
1. Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Provider | Cape Gate Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
| Closing Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Study Level | Undergraduate (1st Year only in 2026) up to Honours |
| Coverage | Registration, tuition, textbooks, accommodation/meals (residence) or living allowance, personal allowance, and a once-off computer allowance. |
2. Field of Study Covered
The bursary is strictly limited to:
BCom (Chartered Accountancy Stream)
3. Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet all the following mandatory criteria:
Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
Education Level: Must be a 2025 Matriculant starting their 1st year of full-time study in 2026.
Academic Performance: * Minimum overall Matric average of 65%.
Minimum of 70% for Mathematics (Mathematical Literacy is not accepted).
Financial Need: Must demonstrate a genuine need for financial assistance.
Funding Status: Must not be receiving any other bursaries, scholarships, or financial aid.
Institution: Must be accepted to study at a recognised and accredited South African university.
4. Mandatory Conditions
Vacation Work: Bursars are required to participate in paid vacation work at Cape Gate in Vanderbijlpark during the December and January holidays each year.
Service Contract: Upon graduation, recipients may be required to work for Cape Gate for a period equal to the duration of the bursary (at market-related rates), at the company's discretion.
Renewal: The bursary is awarded for one year at a time and is renewable based on satisfactory academic performance.
5. How to Apply
Applications are submitted via email:
Request Form: Email ERB2026@capegate.co.za to request the official application form.
Submit: Send the completed form and required documents to the same email address.
Subject Line: Use "ERB Bursary Scheme Application – [Your Name]".
6. Required Supporting Documentation
Certified copy of South African ID.
Certified copy of Final Matric Results (2025).
Proof of Admission or acceptance letter from your university (on official letterhead).
Institution Fee Statement or quote for 2026 costs.
Parents/Guardians’ Proof of Income (payslips or affidavits).
7. Contact Information
Email: ERB2026@capegate.co.za
Phone: 016 980 2554 (Secretary: ERB Bursary Scheme)
