David Green, CEO of the V&A Waterfront and chairman of the Zeitz MOCAA Museum in Cape Town, has been recognized with an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his significant contributions to strengthening ties between the UK and South Africa.
David Green , CEO of the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town and chairperson of the Zeitz MOCAA Museum, has been awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire ( OBE ) for his outstanding contributions to UK-South Africa relations. Under David Green ’s visionary leadership, the V&A Waterfront has become a cornerstone of Cape Town ’s tourism economy, celebrated for its blend of heritage, culture, and attractions on the entire African continent.
In addition, the Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary Art has gained global acclaim as a premier cultural institution showcasing African art to the world. As a British citizen, Green has championed initiatives that underscore the shared histories and collaborative potential of the two nations, further enhancing Cape Town’s reputation as a global tourism hub. Cape Town’s Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis, said: “On behalf of the City of Cape Town, I warmly congratulate David on this well-deserved recognition of his leadership. David has helped to make the V&A Waterfront a world-class destination, showcasing the best of Cape Town to visitors from around the globe. It is now emblematic of the leading world city that Cape Town has become, and represents a remarkably successful example of collaboration between the private and public spheres.” Antony Phillipson, British High Commissioner to South Africa, also commented: “I am delighted to see that David has been awarded this honour by His Majesty King Charles. The people-to-people links between South Africa and the UK are a key pillar of our modern-day partnership, and David has done much to deepen and strengthen them through his leadership at the V&A Waterfront and the Zeitz MOCAA Museum. Many congratulations from us all in the UK.” Green expressed his gratitude for the honour, stating, 'I am deeply humbled to receive this recognition; it reflects the incredible work of the entire V&A Waterfront and Zeitz MOCAA teams.
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