Anglo American Teacher Development Programme Bursary 2026 – Closing Date: 01 August 2025 – Apply Now

Hey future educators! Are you passionate about shaping young minds and ready to kickstart your teaching career? Then you absolutely need to know about the incredible Anglo American Teacher Development Programme Bursary for 2026! This isn’t just funding; it’s a golden ticket to becoming a qualified teacher, specifically designed for those in certain Northern Cape municipalities.

This amazing bursary, a collaboration between Sishen Mine and Kumba Iron Ore, is all about empowering aspiring teachers from specific areas: Ga-Segonyana, Gamagara, Joe Morolong, Kgatelopele, Tsantsabane, and Griekwastad. It fully supports you to get your teaching qualification through distance learning at North-West University (NWU). Imagine getting your degree without the financial stress – that’s what this programme offers!

Who Can Apply?

Anglo American is looking for ambitious individuals from the eligible municipalities. Here’s who should definitely apply:

• Grade 12 learners (Class of 2025) who are keen to study teaching at NWU.
• Teacher Assistants who have an Admission Point (AP) score of 26–30.
• ECD Practitioners (Early Childhood Development) eager to upskill themselves through NWU’s distance learning programme.

What Does It Cover?

The Anglo American Teacher Development Programme Bursary is designed to support you financially in obtaining your teaching qualification. While specific details aren’t listed, this bursary generally covers your studies for a teaching qualification through distance learning at North-West University (NWU), helping you focus on your education without the burden of tuition fees.

How to Apply?

Ready to apply? The application period opens on 22 July 2025 and closes sharply on 01 August 2025. Make sure you have all your ducks in a row! Here’s what you need to do:

First, gather these certified copies of your documents:

• Your latest Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Your South African Identity Document (ID)
• Your Grade 12 certificate or your June 2025 results (if you’re still in matric)
• Proof of any other relevant qualifications you might have
• Proof of residence in one of the eligible municipalities

Important: Incomplete applications won’t be considered, so double-check everything!

Once you have all your documents ready, email your application to the relevant contact person based on your municipality:

• For residents of Ga-Segonyana, Joe Morolong, and Gamagara: Email Gosego Mangwakwe at gosego.mangwakwe@angloamerican.com
• For residents of ZF Mgcawu (Kgatelopele, Tsantsabane, Griekwastad): Email Mpho Mohlomi at mpho.mohlomi@angloamerican.com

If you need more information, you can contact Gosego Mangwakwe directly at 083 560 8596.

Please note: If you haven’t heard back by Friday, 08 August 2025, it means your application was unfortunately unsuccessful this time around.

So, if you’re living in one of those awesome municipalities and dreaming of becoming a teacher, this is your sign! Don’t let this incredible chance slip away. Get your documents ready and apply before the closing date. Your future classroom awaits! And remember, Bursaries Room is always here to help you discover more amazing opportunities like this one!