Absa is calling on eligible graduates to apply for the 2025 Absa CSI Trust Graduate Historical Debt Relief Intervention — a life-changing opportunity for academically successful students who completed their studies but cannot graduate due to outstanding historical fees.
This initiative targets graduates in key fields that contribute to South Africa’s future economy, including STEM, the Digital Economy, and the Green Economy. If you completed your degree at one of the selected universities but have been unable to access your certificate because of unpaid fees, this programme may be your breakthrough.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to graduates from the following universities:
- University of Limpopo (UL)
- University of Venda (UNIVEN)
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
- University of Zululand (UNIZULU)
Only students who have already completed their studies and are not currently registered may apply.
⭐ About the Absa Graduate Historical Debt Relief Programme
Thousands of South African graduates cannot receive their certificates because of unpaid historical student debt. This programme aims to address that barrier by:
- Clearing historical debt owed to the university
- Helping graduates receive their certificates and officially complete their qualifications
- Connecting beneficiaries to employment opportunities, through a partnership with the Youth Employment Service (YES)
- Enabling graduates to participate in the economy and advance their careers
The programme is facilitated by the Feenix Trust, which manages the debt-clearance process on behalf of the Absa CSI Trust.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- ✔️ Must be a South African citizen
- ✔️ Must have completed a degree in a STEM field, Digital Economy field, or Green Economy field
- ✔️ Must NOT be currently studying
- ✔️ Must have studied at UL, UNIVEN, TUT, MUT, or UNIZULU
- ✔️ Must be unable to graduate due to outstanding fees
- ✔️ Must be currently unemployed
- ✔️ Household income must be less than R700 000 per annum
Required Supporting Documents
Prepare clear, certified copies (certification not older than 6 months) of:
- South African ID
- Letter of completion or proof of registration (showing you have completed your qualification)
- Completed EEA1 Form (.pdf)
- Write your full name under “Name of Employee”
- Use your university student number under “Employee workplace number”
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online at:
👉 Absa Debt Relief Programme Application
🔗 https://bursaries.feenix.org/absa/apply-now/
Important: When asked “How did you hear about this programme?” — enter www.zabursaries.co.za.
Closing Date
⏳ 1 December 2025
Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Why This Programme Matters
This initiative is more than debt relief — it’s a doorway to:
- Career opportunities
- Financial freedom
- Professional recognition
- Participation in YES placements
- Access to your hard-earned qualification
If historical debt has been holding you back, this is your chance to reclaim your future.
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