AGSA Bursary 2026 for South African Tertiary Students

The African Global Skills Academy (AGSA), in collaboration with Solarpop, invites eligible South African tertiary students to submit applications for the AGSA Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year. AGSA is dedicated to empowering youth through education and practical skills development, enabling students to overcome financial barriers and successfully complete their higher education qualifications.

This critical funding initiative is specifically designed to alleviate the burden of accumulated debt by covering outstanding student fees. By targeting student fee shortfalls across accredited South African institutions, the academy ensures that deserving candidates can focus entirely on their academic performance and graduation without the threat of financial exclusion.

What the Bursary Covers

The AGSA Bursary Programme provides focused financial assistance aimed at debt relief and tuition resolution:

• Coverage of verified outstanding tuition and academic fees for the 2026 academic year.

• Direct settlement of debt balances with accredited higher education institutions.

Who Should Apply

This bursary opportunity is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in any academic discipline at a recognised and accredited South African university or university of technology. Applicants must be South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 who belong to designated demographic groups (African, Coloured, or Indian) and hold an active, verified outstanding fee balance for the current academic year. Students living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why This Bursary Stands Out

Unlike many standard bursary programmes that restrict funding strictly to specific STEM or commercial fields, the AGSA Bursary Programme supports students across all academic disciplines. By specifically targeting historical and outstanding debt for currently registered students, it acts as an essential financial lifeline, clearing administrative blocks and unlocking transcripts and graduation pathways for future professionals.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online at: AGSA/ Solarpop Bursary Application 2026

Students will be required to register an account (choose the 1st option – Solarpop Bursary), before they can login and apply.

Required Documents

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application email :

• ID document (certified copy – not older than 6 months)

• Matric certificate (certified copy – not older than 6 months)

• Latest academic transcripts

• Proof of registration into a recognized South African tertiary institution

• Latest financial statement from your tertiary institution

• Updated Curriculum Vitae

• Motivational letter to support your application 

• Medical certificate stating the nature of the disability, if disabled

• Must be a South African citizen.

• Must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old.

• Must identify as African, Coloured, or Indian (male or female).

• Must have completed Matric / Grade 12.

• Must currently be registered and studying towards a qualification in any field of study.

• Must be enrolled at a recognised and accredited higher education institution in South Africa.

• Must have verified outstanding tuition fees for the 2026 academic year.

• Students living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.