Allan Boesak
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
Allan Boesak's accolades reflect his lifelong commitment to justice and theology. He was a co-recipient of the 1985 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award, an honour that recognized his courageous stand against apartheid. In 2026, he received an honorary doctorate from the University of the Western Cape, cementing his legacy as a theologian and activist. His inclusion in the 2026 Black History Calendar, the only South African featured, underscores his international impact.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award
Awarded for his courageous activism against apartheid, alongside Beyers Naudé and Winnie Mandela.
Honorary Doctorate
Honorary degree announced in recognition of his contributions to theology and human rights.
2026 Black History Calendar
Featured as the only South African, alongside Frederick Douglass and Ella Baker.