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SANZAF Continues Its Commitment to Education with 2025 Bursary Programme

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GQEBERHA – The South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF) reaffirms its dedication to empowering communities through education with its 2025 bursary programme. As a key initiative in fostering self-sufficiency and long-term community development, the programme provides much-needed financial assistance to deserving students who demonstrate both academic potential and financial need. For the 2025 academic year, SANZAF received a total of 51 bursary applications from students nationwide. Following a rigorous evaluation process, 29 students were selected, including 11 returning beneficiaries who have consistently met academic expectations and 18 new recipients embarking on their tertiary education journey.

The bursary recipients represent a diverse group, with 12 males and 17 female students pursuing various fields of study at nine institutions across the country. Their areas of focus include nursing, electrical engineering, and essential skills training—disciplines that address current and future workforce demands. “Recognising vocational training, SANZAF has also extended support to students specialising in trades such as welding and plumbing, equipping them with the practical expertise needed to contribute meaningfully to their communities,” said Moulana Salmaan Fredericks SANZAF (Nelson Mandela Bay) chairperson.

Close to a million rand was disbursed to cover tuition fees, textbooks, learning materials, and transportation costs. By alleviating financial pressures, SANZAF ensures that students can focus on their academic success without the burden of economic insecurity explained Fredericks.

“The initiative creates a ripple effect of empowerment, as educated individuals uplift their families and inspire future generations. Education remains one of the most effective tools in breaking the cycle of poverty, and SANZAF remains committed to bridging the gap between potential and opportunity,” said Fredericks.

As an organisation rooted in the principles of zakah and social responsibility, SANZAF views education as an investment in long-term, sustainable change. “By supporting students on their academic journeys, SANZAF strengthens its commitment to education as a transformative force. These 29 students are not only shaping their own futures but will go on to make meaningful contributions in the lives of their families, proving that education remains one of the most powerful drivers of breaking the cycle of poverty,” he added.

SANZAF is an Islamic charity organisation which facilitates the third pillar of Islam, ensuring the collection of obligatory charity (Zakah) by those who have wealth and the equitable distribution to those in the community who are needy.

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