Young African leaders, this is your moment to shine. The Absa Fellowship Bursary 2026 will open for applications in January 2026. It is more than simply a way to pay for your university education; it is also a chance for personal growth. It helps you with your education while also developing your leadership skills. And a change agent via mentoring, life skills training, and emotional support. In this article, we are going to talk about the Fellowship, who can apply, and how to apply.
Quick fact about the Fellowship
| Detail | Information |
| Programme Name | Absa Fellowship Bursary 2026 |
| Apply Online | Yes, via the Absa Fellowship portal |
| Closes | 10 September 2025 |
| Official Info | Absa’s Fellowship page on their official site |
Who can apply?
Here is the eligibility criteria: who can apply.
- You are 18 to 25 years old and an African citizen.
- You are from one of the following countries: South Africa, Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zambia.
- You received at least a 65% average in Matric (or comparable certification).
- You have received provisional or final acceptance for a first-year undergraduate degree at a public South African institution.
- Your major is one of the following: Science, Technology, Engineering, Creative Arts, Mathematics, Commerce, Humanities, or Digital/Data Design.
- You display leadership potential, ethical principles, and a desire to help your community and continent.
How to apply?
Here is the step-by-step guide on how to apply.
- Visit the Absa Fellowship area on Absa’s official website or through the Fundi portal.
- Launch your application between January 10 and 19, 2025.
- If you are a returning user, please register or log in.
- Fill out the online form in English.
- Upload the needed papers.
- Finish completely—there is no place for partial or late entries.
Documents Required
Here is the list of documents required to apply.
- Visit the Absa Fellowship area on Absa’s official website or through the Fundi portal.
- Launch your application between January 10 and 19, 2025.
- If you are a returning user, please register or log in.
- Fill out the online form in English.
- Upload the needed papers.
- Finish completely—there is no place for partial or late entries.
Why This Fellowship Matters
This is more than simply a bursary; it is a metamorphosis. Fellows don’t merely graduate; they emerge prepared to lead. The program’s comprehensive approach prepares you for future jobs that value creativity, flexibility, and empathy.
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