The Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) is inviting applications for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027. This bursary supports South African postgraduate students pursuing research in agribusiness management-related fields at recognised South African universities.
The programme aims to promote research that contributes to the development of South Africa’s agribusiness sector. Students with relevant academic backgrounds and research interests are encouraged to apply.
The official closing date is 6 December 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027: Quick Overview
Bursary provider: Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz)
Bursary name: Agbiz Centenary Bursary
Academic year: 2027
Study level: Master’s and PhD
Field of study: Agribusiness management-related fields
Study location: Recognised universities in South Africa
Eligibility: South African citizens
Closing date: 6 December 2026
Application method: Email the completed application form and supporting documents
Application email: policy@agbiz.co.za
About the Agbiz Centenary Bursary
The Agbiz Centenary Bursary was established in celebration of Agbiz members who reached 100 years of existence. It supports postgraduate research that can contribute to advancing agribusiness research in South Africa.
The bursary is intended for students registered, or qualified for admission, to a Master’s or PhD programme in an agribusiness management-related field at a recognised South African university.
Agbiz evaluates applications on academic merit and the relevance of the proposed research to the agribusiness sector.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary supports postgraduate studies in agribusiness management-related fields.
Relevant research areas may include agricultural economics, agribusiness management and related disciplines, provided that the proposed qualification and research meet Agbiz’s requirements.
Applicants should explain how their research relates to the agribusiness sector and how the funding will support their studies.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a South African citizen.
Have completed a relevant undergraduate programme or degree, or be in the final year of an undergraduate qualification.
Be registered or qualify for admission to a Master’s or PhD degree in an agribusiness management-related field.
Be registered or qualify for admission at a recognised South African university.
Have achieved a minimum of 60% in major subjects.
Preference may be given to applicants from previously disadvantaged groups, women and people with disabilities.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee that an application will be successful.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit a completed application form together with the required supporting documents:
Completed Agbiz Centenary Bursary application form.
Certified copy of a South African identity document or other proof of South African citizenship.
Full undergraduate academic record on the institution’s letterhead.
Proof of registration, or a letter from the Head of Department confirming eligibility for admission.
A recommendation letter from an academic supervisor or Head of Department, limited to one page.
A motivational letter explaining why the applicant needs the bursary and how the funding will be used, limited to one page.
Declaration of any other bursary, scholarship or financial support received, where applicable.
Applicants should ensure that their documents are complete and comply with the instructions in the official application form. Incomplete applications may be rejected without notification.
How to Apply for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027
Applications must be submitted by email.
Visit the official Agbiz Bursary page.
Download the 2027 Bursary Application Form.
Read the 2027 Terms and Conditions carefully.
Complete the application form and prepare all supporting documents.
Email the completed application and documents to policy@agbiz.co.za.
Use the email subject line Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027.
Submit your application before the official closing date.
Official application page: www.agbiz.co.za/bursary
Agbiz Centenary Bursary Closing Date
The official closing date for the 2027 Agbiz Centenary Bursary is 6 December 2026.
Agbiz states that late applications will not be considered. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their completed application and supporting documents reach Agbiz by the deadline.
Successful applicants are expected to be notified by mid-January 2027. Unsuccessful applicants will not receive notification.
Bursary Value and Payment
The 2027 Terms and Conditions state that bursary funds will be paid in February 2027, preferably into the student’s university account, unless another arrangement is agreed with Agbiz.
The current 2027 terms do not specify the bursary amount. Applicants should consult the official terms and conditions or contact Agbiz for confirmation of the funding value.
Important Conditions
Successful applicants will be required to sign a formal agreement with Agbiz.
The student’s academic supervisor or Head of Department must provide progress reports twice a year. Agbiz may terminate the agreement and require repayment of the funds, including interest, if the student discontinues their studies or demonstrates unsatisfactory academic progress under the terms of the agreement.
Applicants receiving other bursaries, scholarships or sponsorships must declare this funding to Agbiz as required by the terms and conditions.
Contact Details
For enquiries about the Agbiz Centenary Bursary, contact:
Contact person: Thapelo Machaba
Telephone: 012 807 6686
Email: policy@agbiz.co.za
Website: www.agbiz.co.za
Final Reminder
The Agbiz Centenary Bursary 2027 is an opportunity for eligible South African postgraduate students whose research contributes to agribusiness management and the wider agricultural business sector.
If you meet the requirements, download the official application form, prepare your supporting documents and submit your application before 6 December 2026.
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