Royal Bafokeng Holdings offers a great chance for South African students aiming to become Chartered Accountants. The Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Chartered Accountant Bursaries 2027 support Grade 12 learners from the Royal Bafokeng Nation who want to study Accounting Sciences. This programme funds your first year at a SAICA-recognised university and helps start a strong career in finance.
About the RBH CA Bursary Programme
This bursary comes from Royal Bafokeng Holdings and targets future Chartered Accountants from the Royal Bafokeng Nation. It focuses only on the CA stream, a top career choice in South Africa. The goal is to build skills for high-impact roles in accounting and business.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary pays for Accounting Sciences in the CA stream only. You must start your first year in 2027 at a SAICA-recognised public university. Acceptance into the programme is key before you apply.
The Chartered Accountant Career Path
Bursary winners follow these steps to become a CA(SA):
- Complete an Accounting Sciences degree.
- Earn an Honours or CTA qualification.
- Do a SAICA training contract, also called articles.
- Pass board exams.
- Qualify as a Chartered Accountant.
This funding covers the first step to get you on track.
Minimum Requirements
To apply, you must meet these basics:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Belong to the Royal Bafokeng Nation.
- Have acceptance for Accounting Sciences (CA stream).
- Enter first year in 2027.
- Attend a SAICA-recognised university.
Academic Requirements
Your Grade 12 results need:
- Mathematics at Level 5 or higher.
- English at Level 5 or higher.
- Accounting at Level 5 or higher.
Note that Mathematical Literacy and Technical Maths do not count.
Funding Restrictions
You cannot hold another bursary while on this one. This includes NSFAS, private bursaries, corporate ones, or SETA funding. Check this before you apply.
Required Documents
Submit certified copies of:
- Your South African ID (no older than 3 months).
- Proof of residence from Lekwalo la Kgosana.
- Grade 11 results.
- Grade 12 Term 1-3 results.
- Matric certificate (when available).
- Proof of university acceptance (provisional or final).
Keep all copies clear and certified properly.
Why Choose This Bursary
It funds a qualification in high demand. You gain a clear path to become a CA(SA) with good job options in finance, auditing, and business. Long-term prospects are strong.
Selection Timeline
Applications close on 31 July 2026. Shortlisting feedback comes by 31 August 2026. No news by then means your application did not move forward.
How to Apply
Apply online here for the Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) Chartered Accountant Bursary Programme 2027.
For questions, email [email protected]. Use the subject line: 2027 RBH bursary programme application.
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