Prof Tyobeka received the award in recognition of his contribution to the global governance of the nuclear industry, his efforts to promote collaboration betwee
His efforts to promote collaboration between South Africa and France;Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University , has been awarded the prestigious National Order of Merit, also known as the l’Ordre National du Mérite, on behalf of the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron. The bestowing of the order was officiated by the Honourable Ambassador of France Designate to South Africa, Ambassador David Martinon, on Friday, 24 May.
“I stand before you in awe and with a heart filled with gratitude and humility as I receive this National Order of Merit from the President of France. I am grateful to the President and the French people for this honour. This prestigious award holds immense significance, not only for me but also to my family and the broader North-West University community,” said Prof Tyobeka.
Prof Tyobeka also thanked the South African government for fostering a healthy bilateral partnership with France. In awarding the National Order of Merit, Ambassador Martinon said of Prof Tyobeka: “It is a great pleasure to welcome you at the French residence in Pretoria to honour a great scientist, an engineer, a diplomat, a leader, but most importantly a friend of France. I am delighted to share this moment with your guests, your family as well as your friends, colleagues and fellow experts. Their presence is a living testimony of your continuous engagement, both professional and personal.
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