Netwerk24 Scholarship South Africa: Paving the Way for Future Journalists
Netwerk24 Scholarship South Africa 2025 – 2026: Paving the Way for Future Journalists
Are you passionate about journalism and looking to build a career in Afrikaans digital journalism? The Netwerk24 Scholarship for the 2025 – 2026 academic years is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Journalism or Communication. This scholarship program is designed to support and nurture aspiring journalists, particularly those dedicated to contributing to Afrikaans media.
About Netwerk24
Netwerk24 is a premier Afrikaans news platform, closely associated with Media24, one of South Africa’s leading online subscription news services. With nearly 100,000 digital subscribers, Netwerk24 provides comprehensive coverage across the country, supported by a diverse team of journalists stationed in major cities like Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Gqeberha, and Bloemfontein. The platform serves as the digital hub for prominent newspapers such as Beeld, Volksblad, Die Burger, and the Sunday newspaper Rapport, as well as several community newspapers.
In addition to news, Netwerk24 and Media24 subscribers have access to a range of digital magazines, including Tuis, Sarie, Kuier, Huisgenoot, Baby & Toddler, and Weg! Drive & Drag.
About the Netwerk24 Scholarship Programme
Netwerk24 has announced scholarships for the 2025 and 2026 academic years, aimed at students interested in pursuing careers in Journalism or Communication, with a particular emphasis on Afrikaans digital journalism. The scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Scholarship Details
For each academic year (2025 and 2026), Netwerk24 is offering two scholarships with a total combined value of R300,000:
- Undergraduate Scholarship: Valued at R130,000, this scholarship is intended for students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or diploma studies.
- Postgraduate Scholarship: Valued at R170,000, this scholarship is available for students pursuing Honours or Master’s degree studies.
Selection Process
The selection panel at Netwerk24 will carefully review all applications, evaluating candidates based on their language skills, news sense, communication abilities, and general knowledge. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed, and the final scholarship recipients will be informed thereafter.
Upon graduation, scholars are required to complete an internship within Netwerk24’s editorial departments, lasting no longer than one year. Following the internship, scholars must fulfill a fixed-term contract with Netwerk24 for an additional year.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Netwerk24 Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Matric Completion: Applicants must have completed Matric.
- Undergraduate Students: Must be in their final year of studies toward a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma, preferably in Journalism or Communication studies.
- Postgraduate Students: Must have completed an Honours or Master’s Degree, preferably in Journalism or Communication studies.
- Language Commitment: Applicants must be committed to working in Afrikaans.
- Communication and Language Skills: Applicants must have excellent communication, language skills, and news sense.
- General Knowledge: A strong foundation in general knowledge is essential.
How to Apply
There is no formal application form for the Netwerk24 Scholarship. To apply, candidates must submit the required documents via email to netwerk24beurse@media24.com.
In your email, include the scholarship name you are applying for and your academic year in the subject line (e.g., “Final Year 2023 – Netwerk24 Scholarship”).
Required Documents
Ensure that you submit the following certified documents:
- ID Document: Certified copy.
- Matric Certificate: Certified copy.
- Driver’s License: Certified copy (if applicable).
- Recent Academic Record: On the institution’s letterhead.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Latest CV.
- Motivational Letter: A letter (maximum 500 words) explaining your interest in journalism and how you could contribute to the field.
- Optional Multimedia Component: Up to 1 minute in duration (considered beneficial).
Closing Date
The application deadline for the Netwerk24 Scholarship is Closing Date: 23 August 2025
. This deadline applies to applications for both the 2025 and 2026 academic years. Late submissions will not be considered, so ensure that your application is complete and submitted on time.
Contact Information
For any queries related to the Netwerk24 Scholarship Programme, you can contact Netwerk24 directly at:
- Phone: 087 353 1300
Please note that questions will not be entertained after the closing date. For other bursaries and scholarships currently open for application, visit All Bursaries.
This scholarship is a valuable opportunity for aspiring Afrikaans journalists to receive financial support and gain hands-on experience in the field. If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss out on this chance to advance your career in journalism. Apply today!
