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2026 Absa Fellowship Programme: Applications now open!
We are thrilled to announce that applications for the 2026 Absa Fellowship Programme are officially open! Applications will run from 1 to 10 September 2025, so donāt miss this incredible opportunity.
About the Absa Fellowship Programme
The Absa Fellowship Programme is more than just an academic scholarship. It is a transformative initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and leadership, and empowering young talent to become changemakers in their communities and industries. Aligned with Absaās commitment to financial inclusion and sustainability, this programme equips future leaders with the skills, knowledge and mindset to actively drive growth and innovation in Africa.
Every year, we choose the 50 applicants who demonstrate potential, passion and purpose. Selected fellows will emerge as leaders in the private or public sectors or as entrepreneurs, prepared to make a positive impact in their communities, advance sustainability and turn possibilities into reality.
Do you know the fellow weāre looking for?
We are seeking young, emerging leaders who meet the following criteria:
- Age: Between 18 and 25 years old.
- Academic record: A pass mark of 65% or higher is required. (Applicants may submit either theirĀ June 2025 preliminary resultsorĀ final matric results.)
- Field of study: Applicants should be enrolling as a first-year undergraduate student at a public university in South Africa in 2026 and pursuing a degree in:
- Commerce
- Humanities and social sciences
- Science (including health science, but excluding medical or veterinary studies), technology, engineering and mathematics
- Creative arts
- Digital/Data design.
- Important: The application must be submitted in the name of the prospective student who will be attending the tertiary institution, not in the name of a parent or guardian.
The application process
Phase 1: Pre-screening
Prospective students are pre-screened to determine if they meet the minimum requirements before progressing to phase 2.
Phase 2: Psychometric assessment
Only applicants who pass the pre-screening will receive a voucher code via email from Absafellowship@fundi.co.za to access the psychometric assessment.
Phase 3: Shortlisting
Applicants are shortlisted based on the score obtained in the psychometric assessment.
Phase 4: Interviews
Shortlisted applicants are invited for an interview.
Important note
Applicants are urged to check their email frequently for updates. They should also check their spam or junk folder to avoid missing important information.
Important application guidelines
- Applications close on 10 September 2025. No late applications will be accepted, and applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- The application must be submitted using the prospective studentās own details, including their name, email address, cellphone number and other required personal information. Applications submitted in the name of the parent or guardian, or using their contact details, will not be accepted or considered.
- No correspondence will be entered into with parents or guardians. Data privacy regulations stipulate that we do not have approval to engage with third parties ā even parent or guardians ā regarding the application. The only third-party engagement permitted is with the service providers who facilitate the application process.
- Applications are open to all prospective students, not just children or relatives of Absaās staff. No preference will be given; all applicants will be treated equally.