Avemel Group Bursaries for 2026

About Avemel Group

Avemel Group is a South African logistics and supply chain company providing transport, warehousing, and distribution solutions across various industries. The group focuses on delivering efficient, reliable, and customised logistics services that support business operations and growth. Avemel Group is also committed to skills development and youth empowerment through initiatives such as bursaries and workplace training opportunities.

About the Bursary

Avemel Group is offering bursary opportunities to South African students through its EmpowerED Bursary Scheme for the 2026 academic year. The bursary provides financial support for tertiary studies in fields aligned with the company’s operations, helping students overcome funding barriers while creating a pathway to future employment and practical industry experience.

Fields of study Covered By the Byrsary

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields, that align with the groups core operations and long-term skills needs:

• Finance / Administrative fields
• IT related fields
• Supply Chain and Logistics 

By supporting students in these fields, Avemel aims to empower young people with access to education, practical career opportunities, and long-term professional development.

What the Bursary Offers

• Financial support towards first-year tuition
• Exposure to a leading logistics group
• A structured pathway from education to employment
• The opportunity to gain practical work experience within Avemel after completing studies

This programme is designed to create sustainable impact by combining education support with real-world career opportunities.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must have completed Matric
• You must be entering your 1st year of study, towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• You must intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must be willing to work at Avemel’s operations in Durban after graduation, for an equal duration of funding received