South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA): Bursaries 2024

The South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA) is welcoming applications from South African students for the Bursary Programme for the academic year 2024. Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 October 2023 Calling all aspiring agricultural students of color! The South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA) is offering a unique opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to pursue their dreams of a BSc Agriculture degree. This bursary is aimed at historically disadvantaged individuals, with the aim of increasing diversity in the South African avocado industry. About the Bursary:

• Bursaries are awarded for one academic year at a time, renewable annually based on academic performance.
• The bursary value is determined according to students’ needs and will be reviewed yearly.
• Successful applicants will be selected by a panel of judges, and they will be required to sign a contractual agreement.
• Shortlisted or successful candidates will be contacted by December 31, 2023. If you don’t receive feedback by this date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Bursary Obligations:

• Bursary recipients must focus their seminars and projects on avocados where possible.
• After graduation, students are required to work for the SA Subtropical Growers’ Association (Subtrop) for a duration equal to the bursary amount received.
• Failure in any course may require repayment of the bursary over a period equal to the bursary length. Repayments start in the year following the award.

Eligibility Requirements: Before applying, ensure you meet these minimum criteria:

• You must be a student of color.
• Completion of Matric.
• Studying toward an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Agriculture or equivalent degree.
• Study at a recognized and accredited South African tertiary institution.
• Agree to all terms on the application form.

How to Apply:

1. Download and complete the Subtrop SAAGA Bursary Application Form 2024.
2. In the field asking how you heard about the bursary, enter “StudentRoom”

Supporting Documentation: You must submit clear copies of the following documents with your application:

• ID document (certified copy).
• Matric certificate (certified copy).
• Full university academic record/transcripts (on the institution’s letterhead).
• Motivational letter explaining why you should receive the bursary.
• Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages).
• Details of any other bursaries or scholarships you currently hold.
• Three references (full name, relationship to you, email address, and contact number).

Submission: Email your completed application and supporting documents to Ms. Delané Landman at delane@subtrop.co.za. Use “Subtrop SAAGA Bursary Application” as the email subject. This is your opportunity to grow in the agricultural field and make a meaningful contribution to the South African avocado industry. Apply today and secure your future with the Subtrop SAAGA Bursary!q