Grassroots Youth Development (GYD) Bursary 2026
The Grassroots Youth Development Bursary Programme, managed by the Masinyusane Development Organization, is a social-impact initiative based in the Eastern Cape. It provides financial and mentorship support to underprivileged youth to help them access quality higher education.
1. Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Provider | Masinyusane Development Organization |
| Study Level | Undergraduate (Degree, Diploma, or Certificate) |
| Closing Date | 23 January 2026 |
| Coverage | Registration, tuition, study materials, accommodation, and a living allowance/transport stipend. |
| Selection Basis | Financial need and residency in specific Eastern Cape municipalities. |
2. Fields of Study Covered
The bursary is open to ANY field of study for undergraduate qualifications.
3. Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
Age: Must be under 29 years old.
Residency: Must reside within the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality or the Sundays River Valley Local Municipality (Eastern Cape).
Education: Must have completed Matric.
Institution: Must be registered or provisionally accepted at a public tertiary institution (University or TVET/FET College) in South Africa.
Financial Status: Total combined household income must be LESS than R350,000 per annum.
4. How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the following link:
Application Portal:
Grassroots Youth Development Bursary 2026 Referral: Indicate that you heard about the bursary through "www.zabursaries.co.za".
5. Required Supporting Documentation
All documents must be certified copies (not older than 3 months).
ID Document (applicant).
Matric Final Results or Matric Certificate.
Latest Academic Record (if currently at university).
Provisional Acceptance Letter from the institution.
Parents/Guardians' ID Documents.
Proof of Household Income (latest payslips, SASSA letter, or unemployment affidavit).
Parents/Guardians' 3-month Bank Statements.
Proof of Address (Municipal account or letter from Ward Councilor).
6. Important Notes
Duration: The bursary is awarded for one academic year at a time.
Renewal: Students must reapply annually, and funding is subject to academic performance.
Mentorship: Successful applicants will be assigned a mentor to assist with their academic journey.
7. Contact Information
WhatsApp: 067 223 8885
Email: bursaries@masinyusane.org
Website:
www.masinyusane.org
