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National Orders are the highest form of recognition that South Africa bestows on deserving citizens. The President of the Republic as the Grand Patron of the National Orders, awards these orders, which are inclusive and represent all South Africans.

The Chancery of Orders is inviting nominations of individuals deemed worthy recipients of the following National Orders:

When Naledi Tikane (26) started her business she was driven by the need to be her own boss. Her passion was so strong that she relocated from Rustenburg to Ganyesa in Vryburg, North West, to pursue her goal.

Information and communication technologies (ICT) have the potential to boost the economy, empower women and increase access to education across the country.

According to Deputy Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services Hlengiwe Mkhize, with a push in the right direction, ICT could provide many South Africans with a livelihood.

Deputy Director-General: Communications Policy Research and Development

Branch: Communications Policy Research and Development
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package R1 267 806.00 per annum
Reference number: DDG: Policy/07/16
Centre: Pretoria

Deputy Director-General: Entity Oversight

Branch: Entity Oversight
Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package R1 267 806.00 per annum
Reference number: DDG: EO/07/16
Centre: Pretoria

Women's Month

Selebaleng Anna Ratshikana, a former nurse turned farmer, is proof that it is never too late to follow your passion.

Women's Month

When Sithembile Buthelezi (36) dropped out of school because she was sick, she also gave up on her dream of becoming a professional nurse. For over five years Buthelezi worked on a piggery as a labourer. 

Women's Month

If Nhlupheheng Tsotetsi had the funds to study at the university when she wanted to, her life would probably have turned out very differently and she would have missed out on an exciting career in aviation.

Women's Month

Fortunate Mdanda is a businesswoman who is determined to succeed. As the owner of Smith Capital Equipment, she is one of a few women who are making it in a male-dominated industry.