Tronox Bursaries 2026 offer a great chance for South African students to fund their studies in key technical fields. This programme supports young talent in KwaZulu-Natal, especially around Tronox’s operations in Empangeni and Mtunzini. If you are starting university in 2026, check if you qualify before the deadline on 31 March 2026 at 16:00.
About the Tronox Bursary Programme 2026
Tronox runs this bursary to help students in science and engineering fields that match its work in KwaZulu-Natal Sands operations. The goal is to build skills in local communities and lift up young people from nearby areas. Bursaries cover full-time studies for first-year students in 2026.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary funds these qualifications:
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) at National Diploma, BSc, or BEng level.
- Geology at BSc level.
- Information Technology at National Diploma or BSc level.
These fields link directly to Tronox’s needs in mining and processing.
Who Can Apply: Minimum Requirements
To apply, you must meet these basics:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have finished Matric.
- Plan to study one of the listed fields.
- Start your first year of study in 2026.
- Not be in any current or past SETA learnership programme.
Females and people with disabilities get strong encouragement to apply.
Preference for Local Communities
Tronox gives priority to students from these areas:
- Kwa Dube (under Inkosi Dube).
- Kwa Nzuza (Inkosi Nzuza).
- Kwa Mkhwanazi (Inkosi Mkhwanazi).
- Ogagwini (Inkosi Zulu).
- Somopho (Inkosi Mthembu).
- Macambini (Inkosi Mathaba).
- Madlebe (Inkosi Zungu).
Also from these municipalities: Umhlathuze, Umlalazi, and Mandeni.
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants face:
- Psychometric tests.
- Background checks.
- Medical exams.
Only selected candidates hear back. If no response in 4 weeks after 31 March 2026, your application did not succeed.
Required Documents
Submit these with your application:
- Certified ID copy (less than 3 months old).
- Certified Matric certificate or latest results.
- Proof of registration or acceptance at university.
- One-page CV.
- Proof of residence from your Traditional Council.
Applications without all items get rejected.
How to Apply for Tronox Bursaries 2026
No form needed. Email everything to [email protected]. Use this subject line: “Tronox Bursary 2026 – [Your Field of Study]”. Send before 31 March 2026 at 16:00. Late emails will not count.
Key Dates and Notes
- Closing: 31 March 2026, 16:00.
- Applications only by email.
- Keep documents certified and full.
- Tronox contacts shortlisted only.
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