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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced revised payment dates for SASSA grants November 2026, with beneficiaries set to receive their payments earlier than originally scheduled. The changes, announced on 15 October 2026, affect Older Persons Grants, Disability Grants and Children’s Grants ahead of the Local Government Elections scheduled for 4 November 2026. The changes affect Older Persons Grants, Disability Grants and Children’s Grants. Under the new schedule, payments will begin on Friday, 30 October 2026, instead of Tuesday, 3 November 2026. SASSA has also introduced a separate payment date for beneficiaries whose grants are undergoing review. The…

The November 2026 SASSA payment dates are under review because the Local Government Elections will take place on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, the same day Disability Grants were originally scheduled to be paid. Older Persons Grants were scheduled for 3 November and Children’s Grants for 5 November, but beneficiaries should wait for SASSA to confirm the final November payment schedule. Beneficiaries should continue using the original dates only as a reference until SASSA announces whether they will remain unchanged or be replaced. No new November payment dates have been confirmed yet. November 2026 SASSA Payment Dates Originally Announced The November…

The ISFAP Bursary provides financial and academic support to South African students pursuing university qualifications linked to occupations in high demand. The Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme (ISFAP) supports eligible students studying at accredited South African universities, with undergraduate applications available for students pursuing bachelor’s degrees. Applicants are considered according to factors such as financial need, academic performance, their chosen qualification and available funding. ISFAP also provides additional student support aimed at helping funded students progress through university and prepare for employment. A closing date is not currently displayed on the ISFAP application portal. Applicants are encouraged to submit their…

The SAAFoST Matriculant Bursary 2027 is open to South African Matric learners who intend to begin full-time studies in Food Science and Technology in 2027. Offered through the South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) Foundation, the programme provides financial assistance towards tuition fees for learners who meet the academic and other eligibility requirements. Successful applicants can receive funding of up to R60,000 per year towards tuition fees at a South African tertiary institution. Applicants need suitable results in Mathematics and Physical Science, while their Grade 11 and latest Grade 12 results form part of the assessment. SAAFoST…

The KPMG Bursary 2027 is open to students pursuing a full-time SAICA-recognised qualification and working towards becoming Chartered Accountants [CA(SA)]. KPMG South Africa offers two bursary options, allowing academically strong students to be considered either on academic merit or on a combination of academic performance and financial need. The bursary is specifically designed for students following the Chartered Accountancy pathway rather than students pursuing accounting or business qualifications generally. Applicants should therefore make sure that their degree is recognised by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) and that they meet the academic requirements for their current level of…

The Magalies Water Bursary 2027 is now open to young South Africans who need financial assistance to pursue studies in engineering, water care, science and information and communication technology. A total of 14 bursary opportunities are available across seven fields of study for the 2027 academic year. The External Bursary Programme is aimed at South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 who are eligible to study at an accredited and registered South African institution of higher learning. Applicants need an overall Grade 12 average of at least 65% to be considered. Unlike bursaries that are limited to…

Five bursaries closing 30 September 2026 are among the funding opportunities currently published on GrantsPortal for South African learners and students. These bursaries provide support across different stages of education and fields of study, giving eligible applicants a limited period to complete their applications for the 2027 academic year. The five bursary applications covered in this roundup close on 30 September 2026. They include opportunities from Investec, Sappi and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). Some are intended for prospective or current university students, while one specifically supports learners who will still be attending high school in 2027. Although they…

NSFAS 2027 applications are officially open for students who need financial assistance to study at South Africa’s public universities and TVET colleges. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has opened its 2027 funding cycle for prospective and eligible returning students, providing an opportunity to apply for financial support before the new academic year begins. The application cycle opened on 18 September 2026 and is scheduled to close on 18 November 2026. During this period, applicants can complete their funding applications, provide any information requested by NSFAS and ensure that their personal and household details are correct before their applications are…

The Informal and Micro Enterprise Development Programme (IMEDP) provides grant support to qualifying informal and micro enterprises in South Africa. Administered by the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), the programme helps smaller businesses strengthen their operations through financial grants, business tools, productive equipment and enterprise development support. IMEDP is particularly relevant to entrepreneurs who are already trading but may not have enough resources to purchase equipment or tools needed to improve their businesses. Current DSBD programme information identifies South African black-owned informal and micro enterprises among those eligible for support, while the 2026/27 programme places particular emphasis on women,…

Starting or growing a business requires more than having a promising idea and enough money to begin operating. Young entrepreneurs may also need professional assistance to determine whether an idea is commercially viable, develop a proper business plan, improve their digital marketing, introduce an accounting system or establish an online platform where customers can access their products and services. Paying for this type of professional support can be difficult for a small or developing business, particularly when its available funds are needed for everyday operating expenses. The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) Voucher Programme is intended to help address this…