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Scholarship Africa helps students across Africa discover scholarships, bursaries, grants and international study opportunities with clear eligibility requirements, application deadlines and practical application guides.

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Verified scholarships and funding for students across Africa.
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Latest SETA and company learnerships in South Africa.
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Paid internships and work-experience programmes for graduates and students.
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Fully funded fellowships and leadership programmes for African professionals.
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Independent information on SASSA and other social grants. Not an official government website.
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Social Grants Status Update
Next: SRD extension ends 31 March 2027

SASSA Grant 2026 – Amounts, Payment Dates and Who Qualifies

SASSA Social Grants 2026 (including SRD R370)
Amount: Old Age R2,400 (60-74) / R2,420 (75+); Child Support R580; SRD R370
For: Older persons, people with disabilities, caregivers of children and unemployed adults (SRD)
Paid: November 2026: Old Age 3 Nov, Disability 4 Nov, Child grants 5 Nov, SRD 24-30 Nov

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Conferences, summits and workshops, with funding and call-for-papers deadlines.
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Free and paid online courses with certificates, picked for African learners.
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Online Courses Free + Paid Certificate
Last: Self-paced options: none. UJ: application window listed as 13 January - 15 December 2026

Hospitality Management Online Course 2027 – Free and Paid for South Africans

Alison, Coursera, edX, University of Johannesburg (UJ)
By: Alison, Coursera, edX, University of Johannesburg (UJ)
Duration: From 3 hours (Alison) to 1 year (UJ)
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Cost: Free to learn; certificate from about $30 (Alison); UJ programme R23,500

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Independent visa guides: requirements, fees, processing times and official links.
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About Scholarship.Africa

Scholarship Africa is an online platform dedicated to helping students across Africa discover scholarships, bursaries, grants, and international study opportunities. We share useful information about fully funded scholarships, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and application procedures to help students make informed educational decisions.

Our goal is to make scholarship information easier to understand and access. Whether you are planning to pursue an undergraduate degree, a master's program, or a PhD, Scholarship Africa provides educational resources and practical guides to support your search for funding opportunities