President Cyril Ramaphosa today recognizes individuals who have contributed and continue to contribute to building a non-racial, non-sexist, democratic and prosperous country by awarding the National Medal of Honor.
These are South Africa's highest awards.
The orders will be delivered to the recipients and their families, as well as to the families of those who have since passed away, during a ceremony at the Sefako Makgato Presidential Guest House in Pretoria.
Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Mugwenya said, “The President, as a major patron of the National Order of Merit, will award the National Medal of Honor in 2024 to distinguished citizens and notable foreigners who have contributed to the progress of democracy and have had a significant impact on improving lives. We will award an award.” South African. The National Order of Merit is the highest award bestowed by the country through the president to citizens and prominent foreigners. ”
Ramaphosa will award deserving recipients the Mendi Medal of Valor, the Ikamanga Medal, the Baobab Medal, the Luthuli Medal, the Mapungubwe Medal and the OR Tambo Brotherhood Medal.
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