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JSE Empowerment Fund Bursary

 JSE Empowerment Fund Bursary


The Johannesburg Securities Exchange is the largest of Africa's 22 stock exchanges. It is also the 16th largest in the world. It provides an organised market for the exchange of securities. It also has a big enough impact on the South African economy. With this bursary they are committed to improving the skills and developing future leaders of South Africa. The JSE Empowerment fund (JEF) was established to support learners in their academic goals. They offer bursaries to previously disadvantaged learners in their 2nd and 3rd year or post-graduate (Honours) level of studies. 

Fields of Study 

  •  Computer Science
  •  Mathematics
  •  Actuarial Science
  •  Information Technology
  •  Informatics
  •  Data Analytics

Eligibility criteria 



  •  Applications are restricted to students who are South African citizens within the designated group.
  •  The joint income of the students’ parents/caregivers should not exceed a joint income of R350, 000 per annum.
  •  Only applications for 2nd year, 3rd year, or Honours level of studies will be considered.
  •  Undergraduates must have achieved a minimum aggregate of 60%.
  •  Post-Graduates must have achieved a minimum of 60%.

Click here to apply on the JSE Careers Page

Closing Date 


31 December 2021 

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