Ruald Strydom

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Ruald Strydom
Born1985 (age 38–39)
NationalitySouth African
Occupation(s)Philanthropist, entrepreneur
Known forMember of the Order of the Baobab (2023)
AwardsOrder of the Baobab (2023)
Websitehttp://www.rualdstrydom.com/

Ruald Strydom GCOB (born 1985) is a South African entrepreneur and philanthropist. He started CEO GOLF.[1]

In 2023, Strydom received the Order of the Baobab (Grand Counsellor of the Baobab) from the President of South Africa, Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa.[2] This award recognized his important work as a philanthropist globally. The Order of the Baobab is a prestigious honor in South Africa.[3] It's given to individuals who have made significant contributions to democracy and the betterment of South African lives.[4][5][6]

Early life and education[change | change source]

Strydom went to Barberton Primary School and Barberton High School.[7]

Awards and recognition[change | change source]

South African National Order; The Order of the Baobab (GCOB) (2023).[8][9][10]

References[change | change source]

  1. anchencoetzee (2013-09-10). "Ruald, the CEO-golfer". Lowvelder. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  2. Khumalo, Juniour. "Siya Kolisi, Desiree Ellis, Tracy Chapman among 32 bestowed national orders by Ramaphosa". News24. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  3. "National Orders recipients announced | SAnews". www.sanews.gov.za. 2023-04-16. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  4. Gaibee, Zareena (2023-04-24). "2023 National Order Nominees: Order of the Baobab". The South African. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  5. "National Orders recipients announced | SAnews". www.sanews.gov.za. 2023-04-16. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  6. "Business Entrepreneur Ruald Strydom is Honored by President Biden | The Ritz Herald". https://ritzherald.com/. Retrieved 2024-02-19. {{cite web}}: External link in |website= (help)
  7. "National Orders Awards 2023 – The Diplomatic Informer". Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  8. "National Orders recipients announced | SAnews". www.sanews.gov.za. 2023-04-16. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  9. Gaibee, Zareena (2023-04-24). "2023 National Order Nominees: Order of the Baobab". The South African. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
  10. "Awards – World Golf Teachers Federation". wgtf.usgtf.com. Retrieved 2024-02-19.