WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026 Opens in South Africa: Women Can Receive Up to R50,000 in Funding
Applications are now open for the WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026. South African women in final-year undergraduate and postgraduate studies can receive up to R50,000. Apply by 31 August 2026.
Applications are now open for the WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026, an initiative designed to support academically talented South African women completing qualifications in critical skills fields where female representation remains low.
The programme offers 25 scholarships worth up to R50,000 each, with a total funding value of up to R1.25 million.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 (23:59)
About the WENOSA Scholarship Programme
The WENOSA Scholarship Programme aims to accelerate more women into South Africa’s critical skills economy by helping eligible students complete their studies.
The programme provides financial support towards outstanding tuition fees while encouraging leadership, academic excellence, and increased participation of women in high-demand professions.
Scholarship Opportunities
Successful applicants may receive:
- 10 Undergraduate Scholarships (Final-Year Students)
- 15 Postgraduate Scholarships (Final-Year Honours, Master’s, or Doctoral Students)
- Funding of up to R50,000 per student
- Total programme value of up to R1.25 million
Scholarship funding is paid directly to the university and may only be used towards outstanding tuition fees.
Priority Fields of Study
Applications are encouraged from students studying:
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physical Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Accounting
- Chartered Accountancy
- Economics
- Financial Sciences
- Agriculture
- Mining
- Energy
- Logistics
- Research and Innovation
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Identify as female.
- Be enrolled at a recognised South African public university.
- Be in their final year of study during the 2026 academic year.
- Have maintained a minimum average of 65%.
- Demonstrate financial need and leadership potential.
Scholarship Conditions
Recipients must:
- Maintain a minimum average of 65%.
- Pass all registered modules.
- Use the scholarship only for outstanding tuition fees.
- Provide proof of additional funding if tuition exceeds R50,000.
Where tuition fees are less than the scholarship amount, the remaining funds will be reallocated to support another eligible student.
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 1 August 2026
- Applications Close: 31 August 2026 (23:59)
- Successful Applicants Notified: By 1 October 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Why Apply?
The WENOSA Scholarship Programme supports women pursuing careers in industries that are critical to South Africa’s future economic growth.
Benefits include:
- Financial assistance of up to R50,000
- Support to complete your qualification
- Recognition for academic excellence
- Encouragement of women in STEM and other high-demand sectors
- Opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s future workforce
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official WENOSA Scholarship application platform.
Official Application Information:
https://notices.ukzn.ac.za/ViewNotice.aspx/116813?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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