Harmony Gold Mining: Bursary 2026

ByRainbow Time

Harmony Gold Mining Company is calling on talented and enthusiastic students, ideally from communities close to their operations, to apply for the 2026 bursary programme. This bursary provides financial assistance for full-time studies at accredited tertiary institutions in areas such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Geology, Survey and Planning, and Extractive Metallurgy.

  • Position: Bursary 2026
  • Location: South Africa
  • Closing Date: 10 October 2025
Overview

The Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited bursary programme supports students, particularly those from communities near its operations, in pursuing full-time studies at accredited tertiary institutions in South Africa. The programme is open to new applicants as well as students already enrolled at such institutions. Bursaries are not provided for studies at TVET colleges or private colleges.

Closing Date

Applications for the 2026 intake must be submitted by 10 October 2025.

Application Requirements

To apply for the Harmony 2026 bursary, applicants must submit the following documents along with a completed application form:

  • A certified copy of the applicant’s personal identity document.
  • Certified proof of academic results:
    • For Grade 12 applicants: Grade 11 December results and Grade 12 mid-term or preliminary results.
    • For students already at an accredited tertiary institution: A full academic transcript.
  • A curriculum vitae/resume (maximum 3 pages).
  • Proof of address.
  • A registration or acceptance letter from the accredited tertiary institution.

Applicants must complete the application form in block letters using black ink and submit it with all required documents.

Submission Details

Applications can be submitted via:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: Visit https://www.harmony.co.za/careers/bursaries-2026-advert for more information and to download the application form.
Contact Information

For enquiries, contact:

Application Outcome

Applicants will be contacted only if shortlisted. If no communication is received within 30 days after the closing date of 10 October 2025, the application should be considered unsuccessful.

About Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited

Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited is a dual-listed company with a primary listing on the JSE Limited (ticker: HAR) and a secondary listing on the NYSE (ticker: HMY). With over 70 years of experience, Harmony is a leading gold mining specialist in emerging markets and has a significant copper portfolio.

Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and a key operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. Its operations extend internationally, including ownership and operation of the Hidden Valley mine in Papua New Guinea and a 50% stake in the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. Additionally, Harmony has acquired full ownership of the Eva Copper project, a near-term copper project in Queensland, Australia.

Additional Information

The bursary programme reflects Harmony’s commitment to fostering education and supporting the development of students from its host communities. Applicants are encouraged to review all requirements carefully and ensure submissions are complete and accurate.

Harmony wishes all applicants success in their bursary applications.