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The Order of Ikhamanga
This Order is awarded to South African citizens who
have excelled in the fields of arts, culture, literature, music,
journalism and sport.
Organisation
This Order can be awarded in three categories:
- Category 1 = Gold
- Category 2 = Silver
- Category 3 = Bronze.
Symbolism/design elements
Central motif/symbolism
The Ikhamanga (Strelitzia) plant symbolises the unique beauty
of achievements by men and women who carry colourful South
African aloft in the fields of creativity, arts, culture, music,
journalism and sport.
Elements
1. Lydenburg Heads –
(the arts) – the terracotta head represents visual,
creative arts, performance and drama.
2. African drum –
relevant to all cultures and representative of the
arts, it symbolises excellent talent in
communication and cultural celebration.
3. Crest/sun – the
crown symbolises a feathered head-dress worn by
performers, royalty and respected people. The rays
of the sun, which denote power, glory, illumination
and vitality, represent the achievements of
performers in various fields.
4. Inner
ovals or borders – (glorification in sport) – they symbolise the acknowledgement of exceptional
achievements in various sporting and cultural
activities
5. Roads –
(achievement and success) – portray all roads
leading to Africa and the Cradle of Humankind, which emphasises the long, hard road to achievement,
excellence and success. |
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