Cheadle Thompson & Haysom Inc invites eligible South African students to apply for the Bheki Mlangeni Memorial Scholarship 2026.
This prestigious scholarship supports final-year LLB students who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and a strong commitment to social justice.
Scholarship Overview
- Closing Date: 28 February 2026
- Institutions:
- University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
- University of the Western Cape (UWC)
- Qualification Level: Final-year LLB (2026 academic year)
Recipients may be required to participate in a vacation work programme at Cheadle Thompson & Haysom.
About the Scholarship
The scholarship was established in memory of Bhekisizwe Godfrey Mlangeni, a colleague and friend of the firm.
Mlangeni joined the firm in 1989 after graduating from Wits. A committed community activist and aspiring lawyer, he was tragically assassinated in 1991 during South Africa’s apartheid era. The scholarship honours his legacy and commitment to justice.
The scholarship aims to:
- Celebrate Mlangeni’s life and legacy
- Honour sacrifices made for South Africa’s democracy
- Promote progressive legal education
- Encourage commitment to constitutional values
Founded in 1979 by legal academics from Wits, Cheadle Thompson & Haysom Inc has grown into one of South Africa’s leading law firms, with offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be studying toward an LLB qualification
- Be entering their final year of LLB in 2026
- Be registered at Wits or UWC
- Be Black
- Demonstrate financial need
- Show strong commitment to legal studies
- Have a goal to advance social justice
- Have demonstrated academic excellence in:
- Labour Law
- Constitutional Law
- Administrative Law
Failure to meet any requirement may result in disqualification.
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Required Documents
There is no formal application form. Applicants must email the following:
- Scholarship name: Bheki Mlangeni Scholarship
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of full academic record
- Motivational letter explaining why you deserve the scholarship
- Updated CV (include student number)
- Two reference letters
- Contact details (phone number and email address)
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Submit your application to the relevant university coordinator:
Wits
Email: wanda.ndlozi@wits.ac.za
Contact Person: Wanda Ndlozi
UWC
Email: vjohannes@uwc.ac.za
Contact Person: Vernon Johannes
Subject Line: “Bheki Mlangeni Scholarship 2026”
Ensure all required documents are attached before submission.
Closing Date: 28 February 2026
Late applications will not be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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