Shoprite Bursary Programme 2026 – Apply Now for Financial Support in South Africa
The Shoprite Group is inviting eligible South African students to apply for the Shoprite Bursary Programme 2026. This bursary is designed to support talented students studying in scarce and high-impact fields while building a strong pipeline of future professionals for Africa’s largest food retailer.
If you are studying in Accounting, Agriculture, Retail Business Management, or Supply Chain and Logistics and require financial assistance for the 2026 academic year, this is an excellent opportunity to fund your studies and secure future employment.
Company Name
Shoprite Group
Bursary Name
Shoprite Bursary Programme 2026
Location
South Africa (Nationwide – recognised public tertiary institutions)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens and meet the criteria for the specific field of study.
Accounting (CA Stream – SAICA)
South African citizen
Not older than 27 years
Completed Matric
Studying towards BCom Accounting or BAcc (CA stream)
Entering 2nd, 3rd, 4th year or PGDA / CTA
Minimum 65% overall academic average
Minimum 65% in Accounting, Auditing and Taxation
Studying at a recognised South African tertiary institution
Biological and Agricultural Sciences
South African citizen
Not older than 27 years
Completed Matric
Studying Horticulture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, or Agriculture (Crop/Plant Production focus)
Entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th year
Minimum 60% overall average
Studying at a recognised South African tertiary institution
Retail Business Management
South African citizen
Not older than 27 years
Completed Matric
Studying towards a Diploma in Retail Business Management
Entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th year (Advanced Diploma)
Minimum 60% overall average
Supply Chain & Logistics
South African citizen
Not older than 27 years
Completed Matric
Studying BCom Logistics, Supply Chain Management, BSc Operational Research, or Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics Management
Entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th year
Minimum 60% overall average
Benefits
The Shoprite bursary provides comprehensive financial support, including:
Payment of tuition fees
Prescribed textbooks
Accommodation allowance
💰 Bursary value: Between R30 000 and R60 000 per year, depending on the field of study and institution.
About Shoprite Group
Founded in 1979, the Shoprite Group began with the purchase of eight supermarkets in Cape Town. Today, it is the largest food retailer in Africa, operating in 16 countries across Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.
Shoprite owns and operates nearly 2 000 corporate stores, including:
Shoprite
Checkers & Checkers Hyper
Checkers Liquor & MediRite
OK Furniture & OK Express
House & Home
Hungry Lion
Usave
The Group also manages 367 franchise stores in South Africa and Namibia under brands such as OK Foods, OK Grocer, OK Minimark, Sentra, Friendly Stores, and Megasave.
Work-Back Obligation
All successful bursary recipients will be required to work for the Shoprite Group after graduation.
Work-back period: 1 year of employment for every year of funding received
This ensures graduates gain valuable work experience and long-term career growth within the Group.
Career Opportunities After Graduation
Accounting (CA Stream – SAICA): Entry into Shoprite’s Finance team and potential placement in the Accounting Articles Programme
Biological & Agricultural Sciences: Opportunities within the Fresh Foods / Freshmark division
Retail Business Management: Long-term retail management careers across Shoprite and Checkers stores
Supply Chain & Logistics: Development into future supply chain and logistics specialists
Closing Date
📅 Closing date not yet officially confirmed
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
How to Apply
Register an account on the Shoprite Recruitment Website
Log in using your credentials
Search and apply for the relevant bursary using the correct reference number
Upload all required supporting documents and submit your application
📌 Ensure that all information is accurate before submitting.


