Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Online Bursary website (“the Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using the Site.

2. Description of Service

Online Bursary provides a platform for users to access information on bursaries, scholarships, and funding opportunities in South Africa. We strive to keep the information up-to-date and accurate but do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of the content.

3. User Obligations

  • Eligibility: Users must be at least 13 years old to use the Site. Users under 18 must have parental or guardian consent.
  • Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate and complete information when creating an account or applying for bursaries through the Site.
  • Lawful Use: You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of or restrict the use of the Site by any third party.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

  • Ownership: All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Online Bursary or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws.
  • Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes.
  • Restrictions: You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without prior written consent from Online Bursary.

5. User-Generated Content

  • Responsibility: Users are responsible for any content they post on the Site, including comments, reviews, or forum posts.
  • License Grant: By submitting content, you grant Online Bursary a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display such content.
  • Prohibited Content: You agree not to post content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringes on any third-party rights.

6. Disclaimers

  • No Guarantees: Online Bursary does not guarantee the availability or awarding of any bursary or scholarship listed on the Site.
  • Third-Party Links: The Site may contain links to third-party websites. Online Bursary is not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.
  • “As Is” Basis: The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.

7. Limitation of Liability

Online Bursary shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from the use or inability to use the Site or any content therein.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Online Bursary, its affiliates, and staff from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

9. Modification of Terms

Online Bursary reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site without prior notice for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

12. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at: