There are 41 verified scholarships matching Scholarships to Study in South Africa for African Students 2026, of which 15 are fully funded. Top listings include University of Cape Town Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027, AIMS South Africa Structured Master's Scholarship, South African Reserve Bank Master's in Data Science and Machine Learning Scholarship 2027. All are free to apply and link directly to official provider portals.
Explore 41 scholarships that allow African students to study in South Africa in 2026. South Africa is home to world-renowned universities offering excellent academic programmes, research opportunities, and cultural experiences. Many of these scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs. Whether you want to pursue undergraduate, masters, or doctoral studies, South Africa offers pathways for ambitious African scholars. Scholar Africa brings together all available opportunities in one place so you can compare, filter, and apply efficiently.
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Explore 41 scholarships that allow African students to study in South Africa in 2026. South Africa is home to world-renowned universities offering excellent academic programmes, research opportunities, and cultural experiences. Many of these scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs. Whether you want to pursue undergraduate, masters, or doctoral studies, South Africa offers pathways for ambitious African scholars. Scholar Africa brings together all available opportunities in one place so you can compare, filter, and apply efficiently.
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Scholar Africa lists 41 scholarships for African students to study in South Africa.
15 of the 41 scholarships are fully funded.
Available levels include Masters, Undergraduate, PhD, Postdoctoral.
Yes, most African students will need a student visa. Many scholarship programmes assist with the visa process and some cover visa fees.