The Shoprite Group is offering a powerful opportunity to students across South Africa with their 2026 bursary programme. More than just financial support, this bursary comes with something incredibly rare: a guaranteed career with the Shoprite Group upon successful completion of your studies.
If you’re a dedicated student looking to break into the retail, logistics, science, or agriculture sectors, Shoprite’s bursaries are designed to help you take that leap—with real career prospects on the other side.
Why Choose a Shoprite Bursary?
Unlike most bursaries, Shoprite’s offering does more than just cover your studies—it connects you directly with one of Africa’s largest retail employers. If you’re passionate about your chosen field and ready to work hard, this programme could be your launchpad into a lasting and meaningful career.
Open Bursary Opportunities for 2026
Below is a breakdown of the fields of study and eligibility requirements for each bursary currently open for applications:
Bursary: Accounting (CA Stream – SAICA)
- Qualification: BCom Accounting / BAcc (CA stream)
- Academic Year: 2nd, 3rd, 4th year / PGDA / CTA
- Minimum Aggregate: 65%
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Age Limit: 27 years and younger
Bursary: Food Science
- Qualification: BSc Food Science, Consumer Science, Food Technology, or Biotechnology
- Academic Year: 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
- Minimum Aggregate: 60%
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Age Limit: 27 years and younger
Bursary: Supply Chain & Logistics
- Qualifications Accepted:
- BCom in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
- BSc in Operational Research
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain/Logistics Management
- Academic Year: 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
- Minimum Aggregate: 60%
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Age Limit: 27 years and younger
Bursary: Retail Business Management
- Qualification: Diploma in Retail Business Management
- Academic Year: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year (Advanced Diploma)
- Minimum Aggregate: 65%
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Age Limit: 27 years and younger
Bursary: Biological and Agricultural Sciences
- Qualifications Accepted:
- BSc in Microbiology, Botany, Horticulture
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Management (focus on Crop or Plant Production)
- Agronomy
- Academic Year: 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
- Minimum Aggregate: 60%
- Citizenship: South African citizen
- Age Limit: 27 years and younger
How to Apply
NB. Use the links given below to Apply
Bursary: Accounting (CA Stream – SAICA)
Apply Online for the Bursary: Accounting (CA Stream – SAICA)
Bursary: Food Science
Apply Online for the Bursary: Food Science
Bursary: Supply Chain & Logistics
Apply Online for the Bursary: Supply Chain & Logistics
Bursary: Retail Business Management
Apply Online for the Bursary: Retail Business Management
Bursary: Biological and Agricultural Sciences
Apply Online for the Bursary: Biological and Agricultural Sciences
Conclusion
The Shoprite Bursary Programme for 2026 offers far more than just tuition support—it’s a strategic gateway into a secure career with one of South Africa’s largest employers. If you’re passionate, hardworking, and meet the eligibility criteria, this is your moment to grab hold of your future and make it count.
Closing date: 30 September 2025