Identify eligible applicants from DBE Grade 11 information.
Invite eligible applicants to apply online for a scholarship.
Applications are evaluated and successful applicants identified.
Recipients receive their scholarship packs at formal awards ceremony.
“Having access to videos of top teachers by means of the tablets provided by the Siyandisa Foundation will allow me to move ahead of the class in certain topics. The guidance during the university application process is also essential because I am not aware of all the options available.Zolani LatyebaBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
Having access to videos of top teachers by means of the tablets provided by the Siyandisa Foundation will allow me to move ahead of the class in certain topics. The guidance during the university application process is also essential because I am not aware of all the options available.
“Through the support and resources the Foundation will provide, I believe I will realise my goal of being in the top five in the Province.Kgothalang LekitlaneReatlehile Secondary School: Virginia
Through the support and resources the Foundation will provide, I believe I will realise my goal of being in the top five in the Province.
“After I qualify I want to make a difference to the infrastructure and services in rural communities, especially in my hometown of Qwaqwa.Tshele MajakeBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
After I qualify I want to make a difference to the infrastructure and services in rural communities, especially in my hometown of Qwaqwa.
“The fact that I may have access to a university bursary after the assistance given by the Siyandisa Foundation, is a real motivator.Rorisang MantutleNanabolela Secondary School: Welkom
The fact that I may have access to a university bursary after the assistance given by the Siyandisa Foundation, is a real motivator.
“The numerous financial stumbling blocks to acquire the tools that I need to perform as well as I can, will be removed by being part of this scholarship programme.Percy MaritiLereng Secondary School: Ladybrand
The numerous financial stumbling blocks to acquire the tools that I need to perform as well as I can, will be removed by being part of this scholarship programme.
“I am especially interested in the career guidance and mentoring services which will be provided to all the scholarship recipients.Lekgotla MashianeTsebo Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
I am especially interested in the career guidance and mentoring services which will be provided to all the scholarship recipients.
“I believe that the Siyandisa Foundation will assist me to apply for the best possible bursaries and allow me to make my dreams of succeeding in the world of Aeronautical Engineering, come true.Njabulo MkhwanaziNtsu Secondary School: Bethlehem
I believe that the Siyandisa Foundation will assist me to apply for the best possible bursaries and allow me to make my dreams of succeeding in the world of Aeronautical Engineering, come true.
“I am in need of the holistic support provided by the Siyandisa Foundation to further my studies in Astrophysics and allow me to qualify for the best opportunities available.Emmanuel MofammereLenyora la Thuto School: Botshabelo
I am in need of the holistic support provided by the Siyandisa Foundation to further my studies in Astrophysics and allow me to qualify for the best opportunities available.
“The video lectures will enable me to spend more time in critical subjects such as English where I feel I can still improve.I am also very excited about the career counselling and life coaching we will get from the Foundation, because I am afraid of making uninformed decisions.Phole MofokengMampoi Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
The video lectures will enable me to spend more time in critical subjects such as English where I feel I can still improve.I am also very excited about the career counselling and life coaching we will get from the Foundation, because I am afraid of making uninformed decisions.
“This scholarship was really designed well because it addresses all my challenges and concerns. The access to data to listen to teaching by top teachers, as well as the career counselling are two aspects that really excite me.Thato MofokengBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
This scholarship was really designed well because it addresses all my challenges and concerns. The access to data to listen to teaching by top teachers, as well as the career counselling are two aspects that really excite me.
“I feel strongly that I can inspire other learners by being successful at University. Now my hard work has paid off by qualifying for this scholarship from the Siyandisa Foundation.Nomzamo MokoenaMookodi Secondary School: Makaneng
I feel strongly that I can inspire other learners by being successful at University. Now my hard work has paid off by qualifying for this scholarship from the Siyandisa Foundation.
“This scholarship opportunity is a real stress reliever for grade 12. Being a hard worker, I have no doubt that essentials like internet connectivity and access to the best lectures on my tablet, will maximise my performance. I would also love to pass on all the extra material to my classmates because power is gained by sharing knowledge – not hoarding it.Palesa MookoKgolathuto Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
This scholarship opportunity is a real stress reliever for grade 12. Being a hard worker, I have no doubt that essentials like internet connectivity and access to the best lectures on my tablet, will maximise my performance. I would also love to pass on all the extra material to my classmates because power is gained by sharing knowledge – not hoarding it.
“Coming from a disadvantaged background, this scholarship will allow me to reach my full potential because of the full range of support it provides.Lerato MotaungBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
Coming from a disadvantaged background, this scholarship will allow me to reach my full potential because of the full range of support it provides.
“Having the support of the Foundation will keep me motivated when hard times come in working towards my dream of becoming CFO of a big company one day.Daphne MotseoileMampoi Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
Having the support of the Foundation will keep me motivated when hard times come in working towards my dream of becoming CFO of a big company one day.
“The Siyandisa Foundation will be the helping hand and shoulder to lean on when times are tough. It will also alleviate a lot of pressure from my single mother and help me to improve the life of my family. In addition, having access to data during the day will be such a blessing because I will be able to watch video lectures at any time instead of only late at night.Mpho MthombeniBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
The Siyandisa Foundation will be the helping hand and shoulder to lean on when times are tough. It will also alleviate a lot of pressure from my single mother and help me to improve the life of my family. In addition, having access to data during the day will be such a blessing because I will be able to watch video lectures at any time instead of only late at night.
“The Siyandisa Foundation scholarship will be a source of encouragement during my grade 12 year and will ensure that I reach my full potential.Karabo NchepeSetjhaba se Maketse Combined School: Botshabelo
The Siyandisa Foundation scholarship will be a source of encouragement during my grade 12 year and will ensure that I reach my full potential.
“Apart from my school activities I also participate in the community recycling project because I believe it is important to take care of the environment.Siviwe NjubeLeseding Secondary School: Welkom
Apart from my school activities I also participate in the community recycling project because I believe it is important to take care of the environment.
“I see the scholarship as a means to get out of poverty and relieve the stress placed on my family because of my dream to study further. The guidance provided by various experts during this critical year of my life, will be absolutely crucial.Thembeka NovemberSetjhaba se Maketse Combined School: Botshabelo
I see the scholarship as a means to get out of poverty and relieve the stress placed on my family because of my dream to study further. The guidance provided by various experts during this critical year of my life, will be absolutely crucial.
“The Siyandisa Foundation scholarship programme arrived at the right time in my life because grade 12 is the most decisive year in the life of a student. The advice regarding the university application process during this make or break year will also be welcomed and enable me to focus on my studies only.Molupe NthakoBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
The Siyandisa Foundation scholarship programme arrived at the right time in my life because grade 12 is the most decisive year in the life of a student. The advice regarding the university application process during this make or break year will also be welcomed and enable me to focus on my studies only.
“I am on a mission to improve the standard of medical care in the public sector and want to study medicine. My mother died in hospital and I wish we could have done more for her. Charmaine PhoofoloKgabareng Secondary School: Viljoenskroon
I am on a mission to improve the standard of medical care in the public sector and want to study medicine. My mother died in hospital and I wish we could have done more for her.
“The scholarship from the Siyandisa Foundation will help me to turn my life around by breaking the poverty cycle in my family. Mosela RakhoabeSekgutlong Secondary School: Witsieshoek
The scholarship from the Siyandisa Foundation will help me to turn my life around by breaking the poverty cycle in my family.
“My dream of becoming a doctor from a poor background may be fulfilled by the assistance of the Siyandisa Foundation. I see myself putting smiles on the faces of people standing in long queues and helping those who are vulnerable and dependent on me.Refilwe SelepeRantsane Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
My dream of becoming a doctor from a poor background may be fulfilled by the assistance of the Siyandisa Foundation. I see myself putting smiles on the faces of people standing in long queues and helping those who are vulnerable and dependent on me.
“The bursary will remove financial barriers which can be demoralising at times. The scholarship will also help me in exactly the right areas by providing support to achieve my best marks.Nkhutliseng SenoaneMookodi Secondary School: Makaneng
The bursary will remove financial barriers which can be demoralising at times. The scholarship will also help me in exactly the right areas by providing support to achieve my best marks.
“The Siyandisa Foundation has a unique approach by empowering grade 12 learners instead of focusing on university students only. I am convinced the assistance provided by the Foundation will ensure that I reach my full potential during my final examinations. The Siyandisa Foundation is the ray of hope I have been praying for.Boitumelo SimelaBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
The Siyandisa Foundation has a unique approach by empowering grade 12 learners instead of focusing on university students only. I am convinced the assistance provided by the Foundation will ensure that I reach my full potential during my final examinations. The Siyandisa Foundation is the ray of hope I have been praying for.
“I have a real need for guidance, mentorship and life coaching because I play the role of a parent to my younger brother during the week. Receiving this scholarship is the start of a wonderful adventure and will not only help me grow as a student, but also as a person.Pheko TsotetsiBeacon Secondary School: Phuthaditjhaba
I have a real need for guidance, mentorship and life coaching because I play the role of a parent to my younger brother during the week. Receiving this scholarship is the start of a wonderful adventure and will not only help me grow as a student, but also as a person.
“As a learner from a village, technological and other educational facilities, such as a libraries were not readily available to us. The study material I received from Siyandisa Foundation has helped me a lot in that regard and was an important contributor towards the distinctions I obtained. Nsovo BilankuluEPP Mhinga Secondary: Vhembe
As a learner from a village, technological and other educational facilities, such as a libraries were not readily available to us. The study material I received from Siyandisa Foundation has helped me a lot in that regard and was an important contributor towards the distinctions I obtained.
“The material loaded onto the tablet device provided for by Siyandisa gave me a better understanding of my school work. I was also able to share this information and access to the internet with my classmates too!Lwazi ThobaniNcedisizwe Secondary: Amathole
The material loaded onto the tablet device provided for by Siyandisa gave me a better understanding of my school work. I was also able to share this information and access to the internet with my classmates too!
“The video lectures and the top dog application installed onto the tablet device really helped me gain a better understanding of the concepts that I struggled with. The cash incentive was also a motivator and prompted me to do my best.Katleho KompiSetjhaba se Maketse Combined School: Botshabelo
The video lectures and the top dog application installed onto the tablet device really helped me gain a better understanding of the concepts that I struggled with. The cash incentive was also a motivator and prompted me to do my best.
“Siyandisa has made my learning experience more exciting and enjoyable which has allowed me to reach greater heights. I was able to reach my full potential as a result of the support from Siyandisa Foundation.Akhona TyhalitiMaclear: Joe Gqabi
Siyandisa has made my learning experience more exciting and enjoyable which has allowed me to reach greater heights. I was able to reach my full potential as a result of the support from Siyandisa Foundation.
“ The foundation did not only gave me the privilege of having access to this material but also a support system that I could lean on when I needed to. I am truly grateful to have been given this opportunity.Michaela StandaarElsiesriviver: Cape Town
The foundation did not only gave me the privilege of having access to this material but also a support system that I could lean on when I needed to. I am truly grateful to have been given this opportunity.
“The Siyandisa Foundation equipped me with everything necessary for me to pass my matric year. I have also found a family that I can rely on for support in them. I am honored to be a part of the Siyandisa Foundation alumni.Ntombozuko ZotheChris Hani High: Cape Town
The Siyandisa Foundation equipped me with everything necessary for me to pass my matric year. I have also found a family that I can rely on for support in them. I am honored to be a part of the Siyandisa Foundation alumni.
“"I am so grateful to the whole Siyandisa Team for everything . You have been such a great help to us and so supporting . May God bless you for all that you've done for all for us and other children in future."Anam QwalaStutterheim High School : Eastern Cape
"I am so grateful to the whole Siyandisa Team for everything . You have been such a great help to us and so supporting . May God bless you for all that you've done for all for us and other children in future."
“I would really like to take the opportunity to thank you all for the support you have given us. The believe you had in us through the traumatic year of our academic year. The study tools and support you gave us can never be compared to anything from having access to the internet the lessons you gave us on our main subjects all is highly appreciated. Thank you for the payments. This would really be helpful for the beginning of our tertiary studies. Thank you very much..Bongiwe MayiyaneSetjhaba se Maketse Comprehensive School : Free State
I would really like to take the opportunity to thank you all for the support you have given us. The believe you had in us through the traumatic year of our academic year. The study tools and support you gave us can never be compared to anything from having access to the internet the lessons you gave us on our main subjects all is highly appreciated. Thank you for the payments. This would really be helpful for the beginning of our tertiary studies. Thank you very much..
“Thank you so much for all the provisions you and the rest of the Siyandisa team have made thus far. I will make good use of this money–really, I am grateful. Looking forward to remaining a member of the Siyandisa family.Genius MolokoEsibonelwesihle secondary School : Gauteng
Thank you so much for all the provisions you and the rest of the Siyandisa team have made thus far. I will make good use of this money–really, I am grateful. Looking forward to remaining a member of the Siyandisa family.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Siyandisa trust for all the support they have given to me throughout my matric year. I was provided with resources that made my life so easy, the data; tablet PC and support. I was able to apply successfully to the universities of my choice and was kept updated at all times.Kelly-Anne AllagappenLittle Flower C School : KwaZulu Natal
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Siyandisa trust for all the support they have given to me throughout my matric year. I was provided with resources that made my life so easy, the data; tablet PC and support. I was able to apply successfully to the universities of my choice and was kept updated at all times.
“One would have never thought matric life would be so easy yet having a sprinkle of hardships there and there. This was all made possible by the Siyandisa Scholarship Programme, I managed to sail through my matric especially because of the lessons we got for almost all subjects. I learnt quite a lot.Lusanda SiwelaLittle Flower C School : KwaZulu Natal
One would have never thought matric life would be so easy yet having a sprinkle of hardships there and there. This was all made possible by the Siyandisa Scholarship Programme, I managed to sail through my matric especially because of the lessons we got for almost all subjects. I learnt quite a lot.
“I'd like to express my gratitude for your dedication to our schooling throughout the past year. Siyandisa Foundation, you truly care about us and our future. I received the money and I'm overjoyed. I was able to buy necessities when I moved into residence as a first-year student. Salute to our sponsors! Pusheletso MkhabelaJane Furse C/C/S : Limpopo
I'd like to express my gratitude for your dedication to our schooling throughout the past year. Siyandisa Foundation, you truly care about us and our future. I received the money and I'm overjoyed. I was able to buy necessities when I moved into residence as a first-year student. Salute to our sponsors!
“I am very honoured to have been a Siyandisa recipient. It has really helped me a lot. The data package and revision classes really contributed a lot in me passing my matric year.To Siyandisa and all the sponsors, I cannot thank you enough but I am really grateful. Thandeka NkosiMpuluzi FET/S : Mpumalanga
I am very honoured to have been a Siyandisa recipient. It has really helped me a lot. The data package and revision classes really contributed a lot in me passing my matric year.To Siyandisa and all the sponsors, I cannot thank you enough but I am really grateful.