How To Apply For 2023 Funza Lushaka Bursaries

How To Apply For 2023 Funza Lushaka Bursaries in South Africa? The Funza Lushaka Bursary is a financial aid program in South Africa that aims to promote teaching as a profession and to increase the number of qualified teachers in South Africa. In this article, you will learn how to apply for Funza Lushaka Bursary in South Africa.

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What Is Funza Lushaka Bursary?

The Funza Lushaka Bursary is a financial aid program in South Africa that aims to promote teaching as a profession and to increase the number of qualified teachers in the country. The bursary is awarded to students who are pursuing a teaching qualification at an accredited institution in South Africa. The bursary covers the costs of tuition, accommodation, books, and other related expenses.

In order to qualify for the Funza Lushaka Bursary, students must meet certain criteria, including:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be accepted for admission to an accredited teacher education institution in South Africa
  • Be willing to enter into a service obligation to teach in a public school for a specified period after completing their studies
  • Meet the minimum academic requirements set by the Department of Basic Education

The bursary is awarded on a merit basis, taking into account factors such as academic performance, financial need, and the availability of funding.

Applications for the Funza Lushaka bursary for 2023 opened on 17/10/2022. New applications closed on 16/01/2023. Re-applications for Existing/Returning Bursars closed on 30/11/2022.

How To Apply For 2023 Funza Lushaka Bursaries

All first time applicants must be 30 years or younger to apply for Funza Lushaka Bursary. Follow the below steps to apply for Funza Lushaka Bursaries in South Africa.

  1. Open the e-Gov portal at www.eservices.gov.za
  2. Register by providing personal information
  3. Login to the system using user name and password created when registering
  4. On the e-Services Menu select Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme
  5. Enter the OTP received on the preferred channel
  6. Accept the Terms and Conditions
  7. On the dashboard menu click on the 2023 application button
  8. Follow the steps to complete the required field with your information
  9. Accept the declaration to confirm the information captured

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