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Makhanda in the news: Scholarship opportunity up for grabs

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Scholarship opportunity up for grabs: In Port Elizabeth, beneficiaries will study at either Collegiate Girls’ High School or Grey High School, while in Makhanda, pupils will go to St Andrew’s College or Diocesan School for Girls. To quali... Source: "Makhanda" - BingNews. Minister Dlodlo to honour retired public servants during a Public Service Month event in Makhanda: The Minister for the Public Service and Administration, Ms Ayanda Dlodlo will on Friday, 21 September 2018, honour retired … [Read more...] about Makhanda in the news: Scholarship opportunity up for grabs

Scholarships to study in China

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The Chinese Government is offering scholarships for South African students to study at Chinese institutions from September 2017. The scholarship may be awarded for postgraduate (Masters, PhD or Post-doc) or non-degree Chinese language studies. Bachelor’s degree scholarships are taught in Chinese and will only be awarded to applicants who already have the required level of Chinese proficiency (HSK 4 or above). Preference is given to applicants for postgraduate studies. DEGREE LEVEL … [Read more...] about Scholarships to study in China

SAMRO Foundation crowns two exciting new instrumental stars

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Johannesburg’s Linder Auditorium came alive with the sound and passion of music on Saturday night, when the two 2016 SAMRO Overseas Scholarships winners were chosen. Following a tense final round of live performances, saxophonist Linda Sikhakhane (Jazz music) and marimba player Dylan Tabisher (Western Art music) were announced as the winners of the two R200 000 scholarships – much to the delight of the large audience at the Linder, who had been captivated by an evening of energetic blue-chip … [Read more...] about SAMRO Foundation crowns two exciting new instrumental stars

12 Musicians strike the right note for SAMRO Competition

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The battle is on for the country’s best young instrumentalists, after SAMRO Foundation unveiled the 12 semi-finalists in the 2016 Overseas Scholarships Competition. Six Jazz and six Western Art Music performers will be competing for two R200 000 scholarships to further their music studies abroad, plus an array of additional awards. The Jazz semi-finalists are Keenan Ahrends (guitar), Justin Bellairs (alto saxophone), Siyasanga Charles (trombone), Benjamin Jephta (bass guitar), Sidney Rash … [Read more...] about 12 Musicians strike the right note for SAMRO Competition

SACO Scholarship Programme offers new opportunities

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SACO Scholarship Programme offers new opportunities: The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) is committed to developing talented young researchers interested in pursuing a post-graduate degree related to arts, culture, research or statistics in an effort to grow the sector’s research base in alignment with the SACO Research Agenda. “Research is the cornerstone of the work we do at the Cultural Observatory,” said Prof. Richard Haines, SACO CEO. “Aside from tapping into past research, … [Read more...] about SACO Scholarship Programme offers new opportunities

Time is running out to apply for an ACT Scholarship

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Time is running out to apply for an ACT Scholarship by Port Elizabeth – MyPR: The deadline to register for an ACT Scholarship is fast approaching. Matric scholars as well as first and second year tertiary education students have until Tuesday, 31 May 2016 to submit their registration forms online. Supported by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Organisation (DALRO) and the Nedbank Arts Affinity, the 2016 Scholarships Programme will change the lives of … [Read more...] about Time is running out to apply for an ACT Scholarship

Scholarships that change young lives

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Since 2009, the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) has been supporting arts students through their scholarship programme. The only difference this year, is that there are more scholarships on offer to Grade 12 scholars and first and second year university students than ever before. Supported by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Organisation (DALRO) and the Nedbank Arts Affinity, the 2016 Scholarships Programme will change the lives of dramatic arts, … [Read more...] about Scholarships that change young lives

Judges announced for the 2016 ACT scholarships

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The judging panel for the 2016 Scholarships Programme, presented by the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT), has been announced. Tasked with fast-tracking the lives of young performers, each of the five judges will bring expert guidance to the programme. Supported by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), the Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Organisation (DALRO) and the Nedbank Arts Affinity, the 2016 Scholarships Programme will change the lives of dramatic arts, singing, dance and musical … [Read more...] about Judges announced for the 2016 ACT scholarships

Enter the SAMRO Overseas Scholarships Competition

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This year’s SAMRO Overseas Scholarships Competition is looking to unearth fresh, exciting Western art music or jazz instrumentalists with the potential to compete in the global premier league. The closing date, Monday 16 May 2016, is fast approaching for music students and early-career professionals (younger than 32 years old) to apply for one of the country’s most sought-after postgraduate music study awards. Every year, rotating on a four-yearly cycle between composers, singers, keyboard … [Read more...] about Enter the SAMRO Overseas Scholarships Competition

Investing in Tomorrow’s Teachers

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The recently launched The IIE Varsity College's School of Education lectures for its Bachelor of Education in Foundation and Intermediate Phase Teaching degrees will start on Monday, February 15th. The Varsity College, Port Elizabeth campus will be commencing with The IIE Bachelor in Education in Foundation Phase Teaching degree and among those starting their degree are seven recipients of the Varsity College Scholarships for Aspiring Teachers: Chelsea Harty, Tamryn Blignaut, Neliswa Mnqumeni, … [Read more...] about Investing in Tomorrow’s Teachers

Registration deadline approaches for 2013 Performing Arts Scholarships

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Budding performing artists are reminded that the deadline for the ACT | DALRO | Nedbank Performing Arts Scholarships for 2013 is fast approaching. These scholarships are awarded to enable ambitious youngsters keen to pursue a performing arts course at any accredited South African tertiary institution. Through an annual country-wide competition; participants are assessed on their acting, dancing and singing potential; with the process culminating in a final showcase before an independent panel … [Read more...] about Registration deadline approaches for 2013 Performing Arts Scholarships

Three Mandela Rhodes scholars from NMMU

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Three female students, all in Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University's Health Sciences Faculty, are among the top national leadership award recipients this year. In addition, it's a feather in NMMU's cap to have three students among the final 23 Mandela Rhodes scholars among the hundreds of applicants countrywide. BTech Biomedical Technology student Kegomoditswe Mathobela from Coligny in the North West Province is not only a Mandela Rhodes scholarship award winner, but also this year's … [Read more...] about Three Mandela Rhodes scholars from NMMU