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SA Reserve Bank bursary programme open for applicationsThe South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) is calling on aspirant economists who will be entering their first year of undergraduate studies in the 2027 academic year to apply for its external bursaries programme.  Image source: DC Studio from Magnific.com “The Sarb, as part of addressing the severe shortage of skills in South Africa, provides scholarships and bursaries to students in relevant fields of study who are from disadvantaged backgrounds,” the central bank said. The closing date for the submission of applications is Wednesday, 30 September 2026. In support of the corporate social initiatives of the Sarb and its External Bursary Scheme, several external scholarships and bursaries are made available annually to qualifying prospective undergraduates. “The Sarb’s Economic Research Department, in collaboration with the Sarb Academy, hereby invites prospective undergraduate degree students to apply for competitive Sarb bursaries in the fields of economics, economics and econometrics, economics and mathematical statistics, and economic science,” it said. To be considered for the bursary, aspiring economists must meet the following requirements:
Examination results, proof of acceptance at a recognised institution (a student number), and any other supporting documents must be submitted with the application. Students must use promo code: SARBERD27 in their applications. They can submit by post to: Applications can also be sent by email to: az.oc.seirasrubitt@yrasrubbras In addition, online applications can be made to: https://sarb-bursary-manager.replit.app/ Potential external bursars will be required to avail themselves for interviews. Successful applicant(s) for the bursary will be expected to sign an agreement with the Sarb. |