EasyPay Everywhere has introduced a new Tech Skills Bursary aimed at assisting families of its customers—specifically young individuals interested in Tech and STEM fields—to complete their education in technology-related disciplines. This initiative is exclusive to the children or dependents of active EasyPay Everywhere customers. Bursaries are available for students currently enrolled in areas such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Science, Mechatronics, Software Development, Computer Engineering, Cloud Engineering, Business Analysis, Econometrics, Mathematics, and Statistics.
Up to R100,000 for Registration and Tuition
The Tech Skills Bursary offers up to R100,000 per year to cover registration and tuition costs, ensuring that students receive the financial support necessary to concentrate on their studies. A total of nine bursaries will be awarded to eligible students who have completed at least their first year of study with an average of 65% or higher.
EasyPay Everywhere aims to support South African families and provide talented young individuals with opportunities to thrive. By assisting with educational expenses, these ambitious students can prepare to become the country’s future tech leaders.
Simphiwe Phakathi, Executive Head of Sales and Distribution at EasyPay Everywhere, emphasizes that this initiative goes beyond mere funding. “We know that many of our customers want to see their children succeed but face financial barriers,” he states. “This bursary is our way of helping them give their younger family members the chance to reach their full potential in a field that’s growing fast. We want to make sure that the children of our customers have the opportunities they deserve.”
Phakathi notes that the bursary program reflects EasyPay Everywhere’s commitment to the communities it serves. By providing financial aid to the dependents of customers, the initiative aims to uplift those who have supported EasyPay Everywhere over the years. It’s a means of giving back and ensuring that the next generation of tech talent emerges from these families and communities.
“Technology is a big part of everything we do at EasyPay Everywhere,” Phakathi explains. “By supporting students who are studying in technology-related fields, we are not only helping them; we are also investing in the future of South Africa. These young people will one day become the leaders who will drive innovation and change in our industries and communities.”
Norma Teyise, Executive Head of Human Capital at Lesaka Technologies—the parent company of EasyPay Everywhere—confirms that this bursary program aims to cultivate a pipeline of skilled young individuals ready to lead in South Africa’s tech sector. “We want to ensure that these students are not held back by financial worries,” she states, “and that they have all the support they need to succeed.”
How to apply
Students who are related to an active EasyPay Everywhere customer, are studying in the fields listed above, and who have completed their first year of studies with at least 65% can apply by submitting an onlineapplication form, along with their academic records and other necessary documents.
Applications are open now, and close on 30th November 2024. No late applications will be considered.
More details about the bursary programme, who qualifies to apply, and how to apply, are available on theEasyPay Everywhere website, or you can send an email to bursaries@easypayeverywhere.co.za.
“We always working to put our customers first,” explained Phakathi. “This bursary is another way we are showing our commitment to the families who are part of our EasyPay Everywhere community. We believe in using technology to improve lives, and this programme is a great example of how we plan to continue doing that.”