Deadline: September 2, 2025.

These scholarships are offered in memory of Joel Joffe, who was Nelson Mandela’s lawyer in the 1963/4 Rivonia Trial. He played a crucial role in the struggle for democracy in South Africa. The Trust continues to build on his legacy, inspiring others to do as much as possible to realise human rights and reduce poverty.

Canon Collins Trust invites applications from current 3rd year students (going into their 4th year in 2026) studying for an LLB at the University of the Western Cape or the University of Fort Hare. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants must be:

• A national of, and normally resident in, South Africa
• In possession of a strong academic record and extra-curricular involvement
• A current undergraduate 3rd year student of Law at the University of the Western Cape or the University of Fort Hare, completing the LLB coursework no later than December 2026.

BENEFITS

The Joel Joffe scholarship includes:

• R40,000 towards the last year of your LLB study
• A paid internship at Equal Education Law Centre or Legal Resources Centre after the completion of LLB study
• An opportunity to enhance your academic and leadership skills through organised events
• They support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning.

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