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  • BURSARY APPLICATION for applicants who reside in NORTHERN CAPE

  • This application form takes approximately 60 minutes to complete and must be submitted together with all the required documents by January 2024.
     
    We recommend that you scan the following documents now, before proceeding with the application process: 1) Matric results, if you intend studying at a University for the first time ever OR 2) University results, if you were a student at University AND 3) Proof of income of parent(s) AND/OR an affidavit if any of them are deceased / unemployed / etc.
     
    You will not be able to submit this form unless you have attached the required documents!
    Failure to submit the required documents may result in your application being rejected.
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  •  NOTE! SANZAF only offers bursaries for studies at a South African University / Technikon / University of Technology. If the institution you intend studying at is not listed above, please call a SANZAF office in your region for further instructions.

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  • Please attach a SINGLE PDF file with the following documents:

    1) Matric results, if you intend studying at a University for the first time ever OR 

    2) University results, if you are currently studying at a University

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    3) Proof of income of parent(s) and/or spouse. If any are deceased / unemployed please submit an affidavit.

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    Name the PDF file as follows:

         SURNAME [space] Name.pdf (for example MUHAMMAD Umar.pdf)

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    TIP! Scan all the documents and import them into MSWord (or equilivent) and then select the SAVE AS option and name is as SURNAME [space] Name.pdf (e.g. MUHAMMAD Umar.pdf)

    Ensure that ALL the relevant documents are saved in ONE PDF file!

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  • WHO QUALIFIES AND WHO SHOULD APPLY FOR A SANZAF ZAKAH BURSARY This article is meant to highlight and conscientise the applicant and the applicants family as to who may apply and qualifies for a SANZAF Zakah Bursary. It is meant to raise moral / ethical issues in the hearts and minds of the applicant and the applicants family. However, as the onus or burden of proof for eligibility to receive Zakah rests with the applicant and the applicants family, it is important that both the applicant and the applicants family read and understand the content of this document before submitting an application form. We apologise in advance if we offend anyone in the process. To begin with, let it be known that the South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF) is committed to the upliftment and empowerment of the community. This objective is realised through several developmental programmes undertaken by us. However, the primary target group in this regard are those that society in general have forgotten or neglected and who are generally described a “poverty stricken” individuals / families, i.e. the unemployed, those with menial or low paying jobs and those with insufficient income. Also, the Shariah has identified eight categories of recipients of Zakah, namely:1. The Poor2. The Needy3. The Administrators of Zakah4. The Reverts5. Those in Debt6. Those in Bondage7. Those (striving) in the path of Allah8. The Wayfarer The English translations above give a general sense, rather than the specific intent, of who the Shariah intended to benefit through the institution of Zakah. To that end, only some of the above categories may qualify for a SANZAF bursary, viz: The Poor Generally, those that are unemployed (due to unavailability of work or an inability to secure work due to a lack of skills). It will not include for example, people who can work or have work opportunities – even if unrelated to their skills set or professions. For example, people unwilling to take up some or other form of employment due to pride or an unemployed carpenter unwilling to take up employment as a driver or an unemployed accountant unwilling to take up employment as a cashier, etc. The NeedyGenerally, those that are employed, even as professionals, but whose income is insufficient to cover basic living expenses. However, while the Shariah makes an allowance for basic necessities to be exempt from Zakah, for example; a home, mode of transport, furniture, clothing, etc. it also balances the need to own and acquire assets by urging moderation, non-extravagance and living within ones means. The latter may include planning for the likes of education or other eventualities at the expense of luxuries and conveniences etc. Those in DebtGenerally, those who through circumstances beyond their control, find themselves in debt and are unable to settle it from existing assets, even if it means selling personal assets. Usually one who is faced with the prospect of a legal challenge that will render one insolvent. Zakah is by design an outright grant, i.e. it is not a loan that needs to be re-paid. Therefore, one cannot justify ‘borrowing’ Zakah with the intent of paying it back later without taking the necessary steps to ensure that one qualifies for Zakah in the first place. However, while there is no obligation to repay Zakah, one may voluntarily ‘re-pay’ it or contribute to such a fund if one so wishes. The nature or intention of any such ‘repayment’ will be judged by Allah. 
  • SECTION A: DETAILS OF APPLICANT
     
  • Home Address
  • SECTION B: DETAILS OF PARENT(S) / GUARDIAN(S)
    If deceased please write DECEASED
     
  • SECTION C: DETAILS OF UNIVERSITY
     
  • NOTE: We encourage you to apply to other burary organisations as well
  • NOTE: Textbooks provided subject to availability of budgets
     
  • SECTION D: DETAILS OF OTHER ORGANISATIONS YOU APPLIED TO FOR A BURSARY
     
  • NOTE: All applicants are required to apply to at least NSFAS and a professional institute relating to their intended career path and will be required to provide evidence of application. Failure to provide written evidence of application to at least these two institutions may result in suspension of the bursary.
     
  • SECTION E: MATRIC RESULTS
     
  • SECTION F: REFERNCES
     
  • SECTION G: FINANCIAL DETAILSPlease provide details for one month i.e. as at the end of November 2023.
     
  • A] Household Income
    NOTE: Exclude parents income if you are living in your own home, i.e. you are not financially dependent on them.
     
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • Type "0" if not applicable or no income
  • B] Basic Household Expenses
    NOTE: Provide details for primary residence only, i.e. parents house if you are still financially dependent on them.
  •  NB! You may be required to provide proof and/or supporting documents for above.
  • C] Assets and Liabilities of Applicant Please provide values for the following - only for the applicant
  • SECTION H: MOTIVATION
     
  • ADVICE TO APPLICANTSDON’T give one word answers! Don’t Google your answer - it will show at interview. BE HONEST! Don’t exaggerate!
     
  • SECTION I: GENERAL DECLARATION
     
  • 1) I will devote my time to my studies as long as I am a member of the Bursary Programme.
    2) I will bring proof of my NASFS Loan application during the course of this year.
    3) I will send my examination results and fees statements to every semester.
    4) I will participate in the programmes and activities organised, e.g. youth camps, community outreach programmes, seminars, workshops, etc.
    5) I will try to assist in the development of my community and country after I qualify.
    6) Upon my graduation, I will participate in the Graduates Association.
    7) My parent(s) / guardian(s) / spouse are not in a financial position to support my education.
    8) I understand that I am applying for a Zakah bursary.
    9) I hereby grant the sponsor(s) permission to pay my fees directly to the institution(s) concerned.
    10) All the information in this Application Form, including attachments and documents is correct.
    11) I understand that this is only an application for a bursary and by submitting this application I am not assured and/or guaranteed of a burusary and cannot hold the participating organisations and/or its partners/donors accountable for not granting me a bursary.
    12) I authorise the respective organisations to use my details, photograph and academic records for networking with other organisations and promoting the bursary programme.
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