Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) Scholarship South Africa 2024

 

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER – OWLAG

In 2002, Oprah Winfrey made a promise to the late President Nelson Mandela that she would build a school for girls. Her vision was to create an environment that is safe, promotes education, is nurturing and empowering, and can foster the next generation of South African female leaders. As such, the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls was established and has continued to allow young girls to grow academically and in various avenues within their lives. The school consists of an alumni of produced artists, musicians, doctors, psychologists, workers, and dancers all making an impact in Africa.

Afrizan is one of the country’s first equity staffing and recruitment solutions providers, being 51% black owned, and 33% female owned. The company has more than 30 years of experience within the recruitment industry and continues to deliver a consistent, high-touch approach to its many corporate clients.
 

ABOUT THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) is inviting students to apply for their scholarship programme, for the 2024 academic year.

Scholarships will be awarded to female students entering Grade 8 or Grade 9 in 2024. Students will attend the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in Gauteng.

Afrizan People Intelligence is responsible for recruiting students on behalf of OWLAG.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME – SELECTION

Shortlisted learners will be required to visit the closest testing centre to their home. Parents will need to complete a consent form on the day of the assessment or may sign an affidavit to have a 3rd party sign the consent form on their behalf. Candidates are encouraged to pack a full lunch on the day of the test and must arrive in their school uniform.

If you have not heard a response by 30 March 2023, please consider your application unsuccessful.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the OWLAG Scholarship.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must currently be in Grade 7 or Grade 8 and will be entering Grade 8 or Grade 9 in 2024
  • You must have obtained a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics and English in your Grade 6 final report
  • You must have a combined household income of no more than R10 000 per month (before deductions)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP

Download and complete the OWLAG Scholarship Application Form 2024 (.pdf)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the OWLAG Scholarship.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • Unabridged Birth Certificate (certified copy)
  • ID photo
  • 2022 Term 4 or Final Report (must show all 4 terms’ results)
  • Parents or guardians ID Documents (certified copies)
  • Death certificates if parents or guardians are deceased
  • Divorce decree including maintenance order, if parents or guardians are divorced
  • Proof of adoption and or change of guardianship, if applicable
  • Proof of address (Municipal Account or Account Statement)
  • Parents or guardians proof of income:
    • If employed: 3 months recent salary slips and 3 months recent bank statements
    • If unemployed: affidavit and 3 months recent bank statements
    • If self-employed: SARS Letter or recent cash flow statement and 3 months recent company bank statements
    • If receiving a pension: confirmation of monthly pension amount
    • If receiving a SASSA grant: SASSA Grant confirmation letter

 

Applications must be submitted via email to: admissions@afrizan.co.za
(Insert the words “OWLAG Scholarship 2024” in the email subject line).
 

NOTES ABOUT THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP

  • The scholarship is open to all and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, or ethnicity.
  • It is important to note that submitting an application for the OWLAG programme does NOT guarantee placement, as such, parents are encouraged to apply to other schools to ensure that their children have an opportunity at pursuing an education.
  • Any missing or false information will result in the application being disqualified.
  • Ensure that the declaration at the end of the application form is signed and that you have read section 5 fully.
  • Ensure all contact numbers and email addresses you provide are correct.
  • The closing date is listed below, however the application form does state 12 April 2023. This is a provisional date for any additional applications, should OWLAG not reach its quota for the assessments.

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE OWLAG SCHOLARSHIP

31 March 2023.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER

For any queries related to this scholarship programme, please contact OWLAG directly:
Tel: 011 884 8010
Email: admissions@afrizan.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact OWLAG if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in March 2023.

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