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Order of Ikhamanga
Awarded by President of South Africa
TypeCivilian national order
Established30 November 2003
EligibilitySouth African citizens
Awarded forExcellence in the fields of arts, culture, literature, music, journalism or sport
StatusCurrently constituted
Grades
  • Gold (OIG)
  • Silver (OIS)
  • Bronze (OIB)

Ribbon of the order

The Order of Ikhamanga is a South African civilian honour that recognises achievements in arts, culture, literature, music, journalism, and sports.[1] Before the order was established on 30 November 2003, such achievements were recognised by the Order of the Baobab. The Order of Ikhamanga is granted by the President of South Africa to South African citizens. Ikhamanga is the Xhosa name for Strelitzia reginae, a flower.

  1. ^ "The Order of Ikhamanga". The Presidency. Republic of South Africa. Archived from the original on 20 April 2007. Retrieved 29 April 2007.

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