The Mulilo MSI Bursary Programme 2027 is inviting applications from eligible students from selected Northern Cape communities who plan to pursue tertiary or trade-related studies at accredited institutions in South Africa.
Mulilo is a South African renewable-energy company involved in developing, owning and operating utility-scale renewable-energy projects, including solar, wind and battery-storage projects. Education and skills development form part of its social-impact activities.
Quick Details
Bursary Provider: Mulilo
Programme: Mulilo MSI Bursary Programme
Academic Year: 2027
Study Level: Tertiary and trade-related studies
Study Location: South Africa
Target Area: Selected Northern Cape municipalities
Citizenship: South African citizens
Application Method: Online
Applications Opened: 3 August 2026
Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Apply for the Mulilo MSI Bursary 2027
The current Mulilo announcement confirms the 31 October 2026 deadline and identifies the eligible municipalities as Emthanjeni, Renosterberg and Siyathemba.
What Does the Mulilo Bursary Cover?
According to Mulilo’s current 2027 announcement, successful bursary recipients may receive:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Monthly stipend
- Book allowance
- Academic tutoring
- Psycho-social support
The exact value of the monthly stipend is not specified in the current announcement.
Who Can Apply?
The current Mulilo announcement states that applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be a resident of the Northern Cape.
- Permanently reside in one of the qualifying municipalities:
- Emthanjeni
- Renosterberg
- Siyathemba
- Have been accepted, or intend to study, at an accredited South African tertiary or trade institution.
- Meet the programme’s application requirements.
Important
The Northern Cape residence requirement is particularly important. This is not a bursary open to students from every province.
Applicants should have documentation that can verify their residence in one of the qualifying municipalities.
Fields of Study
The current 2027 announcement does not restrict the bursary to a specific list of academic fields.
The programme supports eligible students pursuing studies at accredited South African tertiary or trade institutions.
This means the opportunity can potentially accommodate a broad range of academic and trade-related studies, subject to the programme’s selection requirements.
Tertiary and Trade Studies
One notable feature of the Mulilo MSI Bursary Programme is that it is not limited to traditional university degrees.
The current announcement specifically refers to:
Tertiary studies + trade-related studies
This makes the opportunity relevant to eligible applicants pursuing recognised academic or technical/trade education.
Supporting Documents
Applicants should prepare the documents requested by the online application platform.
Available programme information indicates that applicants may need documents such as:
- South African ID
- Academic results
- Matric certificate/results where applicable
- Proof of residence
- Proof of household income
- Proof of application, acceptance or registration
- Relevant tertiary fee information where applicable
- Accommodation information where applicable
- Other supporting declarations requested during the application
The application platform should be treated as the final checklist because document requirements can vary according to the applicant’s circumstances.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online.
Step 1
Visit the Mulilo bursary application platform:
Mulilo MSI Bursary Application Portal
Step 2
Create/complete your applicant profile.
Step 3
Provide your personal, academic and residential information.
Step 4
Upload the required supporting documents.
Step 5
Review your application carefully.
Step 6
Submit the application before the closing date.
Do not pay anyone to submit a bursary application on your behalf.
Closing Date
31 October 2026
Applications for the 2027 Mulilo MSI Bursary Programme close on 31 October 2026. Mulilo’s current announcement states that applications opened on 3 August 2026.
Applicants should submit their applications early rather than waiting until the final day.
Mulilo MSI Bursary 2027 — NextStepZA Quick Summary
MULILO MSI BURSARY 2027
Tertiary & trade studies
🇿🇦 South African citizens
Northern Cape residents
Emthanjeni • Renosterberg • Siyathemba
Full tuition
Accommodation
Book allowance
Monthly stipend
Academic tutoring
Psycho-social support
Closing: 31 October 2026