Avemel Group has opened applications for its EmpowerED Bursary Scheme for the 2026 academic year. The bursaries form part of the group’s Corporate Social Investment programme and target South African students entering their first year of tertiary education.
The programme provides tuition support while creating a structured pathway into employment within Avemel Group after the completion of studies. Although applications are open nationally, successful candidates must be willing to work at Avemel’s Durban-based operations after graduating, for the duration of the funded period.
The bursary focuses on fields aligned with Avemel Group’s operational requirements and long-term skills development strategy.
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What The Bursary Covers
The Avemel Group EmpowerED Bursary Scheme provides targeted financial and career development support. The bursary covers the following
• Financial assistance towards first-year tuition fees
• Exposure to a national logistics and transport group
• A structured pathway from academic study to employment
• Practical workplace exposure after completion of studies
The bursary does not indicate coverage for accommodation, meals, transport, study materials, or personal living expenses. Applicants should secure additional funding where necessary.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria
• South African citizens
• Students entering their first year of tertiary study in 2026
• Applicants accepted or provisionally accepted at a recognised tertiary institution
• Students registered in one of the approved fields of study
• Willingness to work at Avemel’s Durban operations after completing studies
The programme is national in scope. However, post-study employment is location-specific.
Fields of Study Supported
Only qualifications aligned with Avemel Group’s operational and skills needs will be considered. Approved fields of study include
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Management
• Transport Management
• Finance
• Accounting
• Administrative studies
• Information Technology-related fields
Applications for programmes outside these fields will not be considered.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare and submit the following supporting documents
• Certified copy of a South African identity document
• Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance for first year study in 2026
• Latest academic results or Grade 12 results where available
• Curriculum vitae if required by the application platform
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
How to Apply
Application steps
Applicants should follow the steps below to apply:
• Confirm that you are entering your first year of tertiary study in 2026 in one of the approved fields
• Ensure that you have been accepted or provisionally accepted at a recognised tertiary institution
• Prepare all required supporting documents before starting the application
• Visit the official Avemel Group website or official communication channels once applications open
• Complete the bursary application form in full and provide accurate personal and academic information
• Upload all required documents in a clear and legible format
• Submit the application before the closing date
Applicants are advised to retain copies of all submitted documents. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Date
Applications open on 7 January 2026
Applications close on 28 February 2026
A shortlist of successful candidates will be finalised by the end of February 2026. Applicants who do not receive feedback by this time should consider their application unsuccessful.
FAQ’s
Is the Avemel Group Scheme open to returning students?
No. The bursary is only available to students entering their first year of tertiary study in 2026.
Does it cover accommodation or living expenses?
No. The bursary provides support for first-year tuition only.
Can students from outside KwaZulu-Natal apply?
Yes. Applications are open nationally, but successful candidates must be willing to work in Durban after completing their studies.
Are private institutions accepted?
Applicants must be registered at a recognised tertiary institution. Recognition status will be assessed during the application process.
Will unsuccessful applicants be notified?
No. Applicants who do not receive feedback by the end of February 2026 should consider their application unsuccessful.
Final thoughts
The Avemel Group EmpowerED Scheme for 2026 offers tuition support to first-year students studying in fields aligned with logistics, finance, administrative, and information technology operations. While the programme is open to applicants across South Africa, successful candidates must be prepared to complete a post-study work commitment at Avemel’s Durban-based operations. Applications close at the end of February 2026, with no late submissions accepted.
