{"id":152710,"date":"2025-12-19T17:17:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T11:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/?p=152710"},"modified":"2026-02-26T11:49:04","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:49:04","slug":"compensation-fund-bursary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary","title":{"rendered":"Compensation Fund Bursary in 2026 &#8211; Eligibility &amp; Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Compensation Fund, under the Department of Employment and Labour, offers a bursary to help African students from diverse backgrounds pursue higher education. This bursary provides financial support to the dependents of workers who were injured or became ill while working. It pays for tuition, accommodation, books, and other essential costs, allowing students to study without financial worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bursary focuses on fields related to health, safety, and social security. It aims to help students gain skills and knowledge to contribute to South Africa\u2019s economic and social growth. This programme not only creates educational opportunities for deserving students but also shows the government\u2019s commitment to social justice and equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, you will learn about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, including its eligibility requirements, online application process, allowances, and more.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e01936ee16d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e01936ee16d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#About_the_Compensation_Fund\" >About the Compensation Fund&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#What_is_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Allowance\" >What is the Compensation Fund Bursary Allowance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Eligibility_Requirement_for_Applicants\" >Compensation Fund Bursary Eligibility Requirement for Applicants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#How_to_Apply_Online_for_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\" >How to Apply Online for Compensation Fund Bursary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Key_Tips_to_Remember_for_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\" >Key Tips to Remember for the Compensation Fund Bursary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Documents_Required_for_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\" >Documents Required for the Compensation Fund Bursary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#When_is_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Closing_Date\" >When is the Compensation Fund Bursary Closing Date?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Contact_Details_of_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\" >Contact Details of the Compensation Fund Bursary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Explore_Our_Other_Programmes\" >Explore Our Other Programmes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Compensation_Fund\"><\/span>About the Compensation Fund&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Compensation Fund Bursary in South Africa was created under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/sites\/default\/files\/gcis_document\/201409\/act130of1993.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 130 of 1993<\/a>. It provides financial support to South African students pursuing higher education. The bursary helps the families of workers who were injured or became ill in the course of their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It aims to ease financial pressure on students from diverse backgrounds by covering key costs, such as tuition and accommodation. Many students in South Africa wish to study postgraduate programmes, but without financial help, they often cannot afford to continue their education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/lp\/bachelor-of-laws?utm_source=llb_blog&amp;utm_medium=llb_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_llb_online&amp;utm_content=compensation-fund-bursary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"794\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2.webp\" alt=\"Ready to start your legal journey?\" class=\"wp-image-188452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2.webp 794w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2-80x42.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LLB-2-2-150x79.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Allowance\"><\/span>What is the Compensation Fund Bursary Allowance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Compensation Fund <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bursary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bursary<\/a> provides financial support to assist students with essential costs associated with tertiary education. This funding is designed to reduce the financial burden on qualifying learners and enable them to focus on their academic progress. The bursary typically includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full or partial payment of tuition fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with on-campus or off-campus accommodation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowances for textbooks and study materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly stipends for daily living costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The bursary is awarded for one academic year and can be renewed each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/student-bursary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">student bursaries guide for international students<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Eligibility_Requirement_for_Applicants\"><\/span>Compensation Fund Bursary Eligibility Requirement for Applicants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be eligible for the Compensation Fund Bursary, applicants must meet a set of clearly defined requirements that ensure the funding is awarded to deserving students who align with the bursary\u2019s objectives. These criteria are designed to support South African learners who demonstrate academic potential, financial need, and a commitment to completing their studies successfully. Meeting all eligibility conditions is essential, as failure to do so may result in the application being disqualified before further assessment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must be a South African citizen aged 17 to 35.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must be unemployed and provide proof from the Department of Employment and Labour or an affidavit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must be a COID beneficiary with a permanent disability caused by a work injury or disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need a valid COID pension number or claim number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have been accepted to study full-time at a public institution such as a TVET College, CET College, or university.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students with disabilities may be allowed to study part-time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must plan to study in one of the approved fields.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must provide certified copies of your ID and your parents\u2019 or guardians\u2019 ID, or a death certificate if applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must submit your latest school results or highest qualification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must provide proof of residence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your disability must be confirmed by a healthcare professional or Disability Support Office, or through WCL forms (final medical report).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must aim to improve your skills to return to work or become self-employed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_Online_for_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\"><\/span>How to Apply Online for Compensation Fund Bursary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can apply for the Compensation Fund Bursary online or in person. The process is easy and gives all eligible students a fair chance to get support for their studies. Follow the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Download the application form from the Department of Labour\u2019s official website: www.labour.gov.za, or collect a form from your nearest Provincial Labour Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Fill in the application form carefully with your personal, academic, and financial details. Make sure all information is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Gather all the required supporting documents as listed on the official website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Submit your completed application form with all the required documents through one of the following methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Post Office or Courier:<br><\/strong>The Sub-Sub-Directorate: Vocational Rehabilitation<br>Compensation Fund, Private Bag X955, Pretoria, 0001<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hand Delivery (until Dec 2025):<\/strong> 167 Thabo Sehume Street, Delta Heights Building, Pretoria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hand Delivery (from Jan 2026):<\/strong> Compensation House, Cnr Hamilton &amp; Soutpansberg Rd, Prinshof, Pretoria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> CFexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After submitting your Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 online application, check your registered email and mobile number regularly for updates or feedback from the Compensation Fund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/lp\/bachelor-of-business-administration?utm_source=bba_blog&amp;utm_medium=bba_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_bba_online&amp;utm_content=compensation-fund-bursary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"794\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4.webp\" alt=\"Apply for BBA\" class=\"wp-image-188454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4.webp 794w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4-80x42.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BBA-4-150x79.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Tips_to_Remember_for_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\"><\/span>Key Tips to Remember for the Compensation Fund Bursary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When applying for the Compensation Fund Bursary, paying attention to details can make a big difference. Following the right steps helps you avoid delays and increases your chances of success. Keep these key tips in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check that you meet the Compensation Fund bursary requirements before applying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit your application early to avoid last-minute problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow all the instructions and guidelines carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep copies of your application form and all supporting documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly check your email or messages for updates after submission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\"><\/span>Documents Required for the Compensation Fund Bursary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Documents Required for the Compensation Fund Bursary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When applying for the Compensation Fund Bursary, it is essential to submit all required documents accurately and in full. Incomplete, missing, or incorrect documentation may delay your application or result in its rejection. To avoid this, ensure that you include the following documents with your application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the application form in full.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide your COID pension number or claim number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach certified copies of your parent\u2019s or guardian\u2019s ID or death certificate (for dependants).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach a certified copy of your own ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add proof of acceptance from a public Post School Education and Training (PSET) institution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show proof that you are registered for full-time study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students with disabilities may study part-time in special cases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include proof of disability from a Health Care Professional or Disability Support Office, or WCL forms (final medical report).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary_Closing_Date\"><\/span>When is the Compensation Fund Bursary Closing Date?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Compensation Fund Bursary applications for 2026 will close on 31 March 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications well before this deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or incomplete submissions, which may result in disqualification. Late applications are typically not accepted, regardless of the reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As bursary timelines may change from year to year, candidates should regularly visit the official Compensation Fund website for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding application opening and closing dates, eligibility criteria, and required documentation. Keeping track of official announcements ensures that applicants do not miss important updates or changes to the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/bursaries-explained-understanding-the-different-types-of-bursaries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">different types of bursaries to apply for<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_Details_of_the_Compensation_Fund_Bursary\"><\/span>Contact Details of the Compensation Fund Bursary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any Applicants who require further information or clarification are advised to contact the bursary provider directly for accurate and up-to-date assistance. The Compensation Fund bursary team is available via multiple channels, including telephone and email, to respond to queries on eligibility, application procedures, required documentation, and submission deadlines. Reaching out early can help resolve uncertainties, prevent application errors, and ensure that all requirements are met before submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tel: 012 319 9264 \/ 012 319 5774 \/ 012 319 9124 \/ 012 319 9264<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email: <\/strong>CFexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/lp\/bachelor-of-accounting-science?utm_source=bcompt_blog&amp;utm_medium=bcompt_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_bcompt_online&amp;utm_content=compensation-fund-bursary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4.webp\" alt=\"Apply for BCOMPT\" class=\"wp-image-188455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4-80x42.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4-768x401.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/BCOMPT_800x418_4-150x78.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_Our_Other_Programmes\"><\/span>Explore Our Other Programmes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-business-administration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-business-administration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master of Business Administration (MBA)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-laws\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Laws (LLB)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/doctor-of-business-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctor of Business Management (DBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-public-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher Certificate in Public Management (HCPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-business-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher Certificate in Business Management (HCBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-public-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Public Management (BPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-public-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master of Public Management (MPM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-data-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science (PDDS)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-science-in-computer-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Science in Computer Science<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-public-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-digital-marketing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-commerce-in-banking-and-financial-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BCom in Banking and Financial Services<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-accounting-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Accounting Science (BCOMPT)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for South African students who need financial support to achieve their academic goals. By meeting the eligibility criteria, following the application steps carefully, and submitting all required documents, applicants can improve their chances of success. This bursary not only eases financial pressure but also supports education and skills development for deserving students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you missed this bursary, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Regenesys Education<\/a> offers alternative career pathways to help you continue your studies. We provide student loans and flexible payment options, making higher education more accessible and affordable. Take charge of your future with Regenesys today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion  root-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-accordion-eohhk \"><div class=\"eb-accordion-container eb-accordion-eohhk\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-tab-icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" data-expanded-icon=\"fas fa-angle-down\" data-transition-duration=\"500\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-oqoin eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Can I apply if I am not a South African citizen?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>No, only South African citizens can apply for the Compensation Fund Bursary.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-lojot eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What fields of study does the bursary prioritise?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>The bursary focuses on fields related to health, safety, social security, and other areas approved by the Compensation Fund.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-bng1s eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Can I apply if I already receive another bursary?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Yes, but you must declare any other financial aid you receive. The Compensation Fund will consider this when reviewing your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-b0jmt eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How will I know if my application is successful?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>You will get a notification by email or phone. The list of successful applicants may also appear on the Compensation Fund\u2019s official website.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-qs6k5 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Is there an interview for the bursary?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-eohhk\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Some applicants may be invited to an interview. If required, the Compensation Fund will inform you directly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Compensation Fund, under the Department of Employment and Labour, offers a bursary to help African students from diverse backgrounds pursue higher education. This bursary provides financial support to the dependents of workers who were injured or became ill while working. It pays for tuition, accommodation, books, and other essential costs, allowing students to study<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":83,"featured_media":186767,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","_sitemap_exclude":false,"_sitemap_priority":"","_sitemap_frequency":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4242],"tags":[],"country":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-152710","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-bursary"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility &amp; Benefits<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility &amp; Benefits\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"RegInsights\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RegenesysBusinessSchool\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"600\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"253\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/webp\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Zaid Khan\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@RegenesysB\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@RegenesysB\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Zaid Khan\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Zaid Khan\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4\"},\"headline\":\"Compensation Fund Bursary in 2026 &#8211; Eligibility &amp; Benefits\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary\"},\"wordCount\":1517,\"commentCount\":2,\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp\",\"articleSection\":[\"Bursary\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-ZA\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary\",\"name\":\"Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility & Benefits\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4\"},\"description\":\"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-ZA\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-ZA\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp\",\"width\":600,\"height\":253},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/compensation-fund-bursary#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Compensation Fund Bursary in 2026 &#8211; Eligibility &amp; Benefits\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/\",\"name\":\"RegInsights\",\"description\":\"Thought Leadership\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-ZA\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4\",\"name\":\"Zaid Khan\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-ZA\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Zaid Khan\"},\"description\":\"A BSc IT graduate with a strong foundation in technology, blending technical knowledge with creative writing skills to produce high-quality SEO content, Zaid Khan has been creating compelling written content for innovative Edtech platforms to enhance learning experiences.\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.regenesys.net\\\/reginsights\\\/author\\\/zaidkhan\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility & Benefits","description":"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility & Benefits","og_description":"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary","og_site_name":"RegInsights","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RegenesysBusinessSchool\/","article_published_time":"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00","article_modified_time":"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00","og_image":[{"width":600,"height":253,"url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp","type":"image\/webp"}],"author":"Zaid Khan","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@RegenesysB","twitter_site":"@RegenesysB","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Zaid Khan","Est. reading time":"8 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary"},"author":{"name":"Zaid Khan","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/#\/schema\/person\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4"},"headline":"Compensation Fund Bursary in 2026 &#8211; Eligibility &amp; Benefits","datePublished":"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary"},"wordCount":1517,"commentCount":2,"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp","articleSection":["Bursary"],"inLanguage":"en-ZA","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary","url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary","name":"Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 | Eligibility & Benefits","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp","datePublished":"2025-12-19T11:47:00+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-26T09:49:04+00:00","author":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/#\/schema\/person\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4"},"description":"Learn everything about the Compensation Fund Bursary 2026, with eligibility criteria, funded programmes, benefits, application process, and deadlines.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-ZA","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-ZA","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp","width":600,"height":253},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/compensation-fund-bursary#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Compensation Fund Bursary in 2026 &#8211; Eligibility &amp; Benefits"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/","name":"RegInsights","description":"Thought Leadership","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-ZA"},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/#\/schema\/person\/7d2daddc2e17ee7af82ac611b1f27ac4","name":"Zaid Khan","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-ZA","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/19998f50c8b48bc5b45f2d73619bb8f4483cb8684d54f3a070d0422ceb330c4f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Zaid Khan"},"description":"A BSc IT graduate with a strong foundation in technology, blending technical knowledge with creative writing skills to produce high-quality SEO content, Zaid Khan has been creating compelling written content for innovative Edtech platforms to enhance learning experiences.","url":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/author\/zaidkhan"}]}},"rttpg_featured_image_url":{"full":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"landscape":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"portraits":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-80x34.webp",80,34,true],"medium":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-300x127.webp",300,127,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"post-thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-270x180.webp",270,180,true],"contentberg-main":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"contentberg-main-full":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"contentberg-slider-stylish":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"contentberg-slider-carousel":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-370x253.webp",370,253,true],"contentberg-slider-grid-b":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-554x253.webp",554,253,true],"contentberg-slider-grid-b-sm":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-306x253.webp",306,253,true],"contentberg-slider-bold-sm":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-150x150.webp",150,150,true],"contentberg-grid":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-370x245.webp",370,245,true],"contentberg-list":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-260x200.webp",260,200,true],"contentberg-list-b":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-370x253.webp",370,253,true],"contentberg-thumb":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-87x67.webp",87,67,true],"contentberg-thumb-alt":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-150x150.webp",150,150,true],"gform-image-choice-sm":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",300,127,false],"gform-image-choice-md":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",400,169,false],"gform-image-choice-lg":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"web-stories-poster-portrait":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1.webp",600,253,false],"web-stories-publisher-logo":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-96x96.webp",96,96,true],"web-stories-thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/admin-ajax-1-1-150x63.webp",150,63,true]},"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"Zaid Khan","author_link":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/author\/zaidkhan"},"rttpg_comment":2,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/category\/bursary\" rel=\"category tag\">Bursary<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"The Compensation Fund, under the Department of Employment and Labour, offers a bursary to help African students from diverse backgrounds pursue higher education. This bursary provides financial support to the dependents of workers who were injured or became ill while working. It pays for tuition, accommodation, books, and other essential costs, allowing students to study","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/152710","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/83"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=152710"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/152710\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/186767"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=152710"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=152710"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=152710"},{"taxonomy":"country","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/country?post=152710"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}