The Order of the Baobab is a South African civilian national honour, awarded to those for service in business and the economy; science, medicine, and for technological innovation; and community service. It was instituted on 6 December 2002, and is awarded annually by the President of South Africa. The order is named after the baobab tree, which was chosen as a symbol because of its endurance and tolerance, its vitality, its importance in agro-forestry systems, and its use as a meeting place in traditional African societies.[1]
The Order of the Baobab | |
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Awarded by President of South Africa | |
Type | National Order |
Eligibility | South African citizens |
Awarded for | Service |
Status | Currently constituted |
Grades |
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Statistics | |
First induction | 10 December 2002 |
Total inductees | 100 |
Ribbon section |
Until the Order of Luthuli and the Order of Ikhamanga were established in 2004, the Order of the Baobab also covered service in the fields now covered by those orders.
Current classes
editThe three classes of appointment to the order are, in descending order of precedence:
- Supreme Counsellor of the Baobab in gold, for exceptional service (SCOB)
- Grand Counsellor of the Baobab in silver, for distinguished service (GCOB)
- Counsellor of the Baobab in bronze, for dedicated service (COB)
Symbolism
editThe central motif is a baobab tree, one of the oldest trees in Africa, with roots symbolising longevity. The badge is bordered by a nonagon shape, a nine-sided polygon, with each side representing one of the nine South African provinces. It represents the many different areas of possible contribution and service, in building a prosperous nation. The roughly rectangular shaped plaque, is textured to represent the baobab tree bark that is commonly used to make mats and hats.[2]
The ribbon is gold, with recurring cream-coloured baobab silhouettes down the centre. All three classes are worn around the neck. The South African coat of arms is displayed on the reverse of the badge.
Lapel Rosette | Miniature | Neck Decoration |
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Recipients
editThese are all the recipients, in order of most recent:
See also
editReferences
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