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Coral anniversary for The Herald Citizens of the Year Awards

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open_in_new Read the original article: https://www.theherald.co.za/news/2026-05-18-coral-anniversary-for-the-herald-cit…

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8 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“The Herald Citizens of the Year Awards, supported by Nelson Mandela University, is staging its 35th instalment this year”
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While web results confirm the existence of 'The Herald Citizens of the Year Awards' and its partnership with Nelson Mandela University, and one source mentions the inaugural award was in 1989 (which would make a 35th anniversary plausible), there is no specific evidence in the provided results confirming that *this specific year* is the 35th instalment.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Australian of the Year is a national award conferred on an Australian citizen by the National Australia Day Council, a not-for-profit Australian Government-owned social enterprise. Similar awards …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_of_the_Year
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Citizen Kay is an Australian Canberra-based hip hop artist. He is the older brother of fellow hip hop rapper Genesis Owusu. Citizen Kay's EP Demokracy was nominated for Best Urban Album at the ARIA Mu…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizen_Kay
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The NBA Defensive Player of the Year is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA) award given since the 1982–83 NBA season to the best defensive player of the regular season. The winner is selec…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NBA_Defensive_Player_of_the_Ye…
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“The event will highlight these extraordinary people across 11 categories namely Environment, Sports, Arts & Culture, Business/Entrepreneur, Education, Community, Civil society, Gender-based Violence, Health & safety, Schools and Youth.”
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The claim states there are 11 categories. However, a web search result explicitly states: 'This year’s awards ceremony celebrated 10 citizens who are leading changemakers in 10 categories.'
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Australian of the Year is a national award conferred on an Australian citizen by the National Australia Day Council, a not-for-profit Australian Government-owned social enterprise. Similar awards …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_of_the_Year
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Citizen Kay is an Australian Canberra-based hip hop artist. He is the older brother of fellow hip hop rapper Genesis Owusu. Citizen Kay's EP Demokracy was nominated for Best Urban Album at the ARIA Mu…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizen_Kay
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The NBA Defensive Player of the Year is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA) award given since the 1982–83 NBA season to the best defensive player of the regular season. The winner is selec…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NBA_Defensive_Player_of_the_Ye…
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“entries expected to start flooding in from May 18 to June 29”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general definitions of 'nomination' and unrelated awards (American Music Awards), with no specific dates mentioned for The Herald Citizens of the Year Awards nomination period.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Australian of the Year is a national award conferred on an Australian citizen by the National Australia Day Council, a not-for-profit Australian Government-owned social enterprise. Similar awards …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_of_the_Year
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Citizen Kay is an Australian Canberra-based hip hop artist. He is the older brother of fellow hip hop rapper Genesis Owusu. Citizen Kay's EP Demokracy was nominated for Best Urban Album at the ARIA Mu…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizen_Kay
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The NBA Defensive Player of the Year is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA) award given since the 1982–83 NBA season to the best defensive player of the regular season. The winner is selec…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NBA_Defensive_Player_of_the_Ye…
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“honorary gala awards ceremony taking place on September 4 at the Sun Boardwalk Convention Centre.”
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The claim states the ceremony is on September 4. However, a web search result explicitly states the ceremony is 'on September 19 at the Sun Boardwalk Conv'.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Australian of the Year is a national award conferred on an Australian citizen by the National Australia Day Council, a not-for-profit Australian Government-owned social enterprise. Similar awards …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_of_the_Year
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Citizen Kay is an Australian Canberra-based hip hop artist. He is the older brother of fellow hip hop rapper Genesis Owusu. Citizen Kay's EP Demokracy was nominated for Best Urban Album at the ARIA Mu…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizen_Kay
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The NBA Defensive Player of the Year is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA) award given since the 1982–83 NBA season to the best defensive player of the regular season. The winner is selec…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NBA_Defensive_Player_of_the_Ye…
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“Nelson Mandela University deputy vice-chancellor of engagement and transformation, Prof Andre Keet”
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Three independent web search results confirm that Prof André Keet is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Engagement and Transformation at Nelson Mandela University.
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web search NEUTRAL — André currently holds the Research Chair for Critical Studies in Higher Education Transformation (CriSHET) and is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Engagement and Transformation at Nelson Mandela Univers…
https://crishet.mandela.ac.za/Staff-Associates/Andre-Keet
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web search NEUTRAL — Prof André Keet. Deputy Vice-Chancellor. André currently holds the Research Chair for Critical Studies in Higher Education Transformation and is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Engagement and Transform…
https://etp.mandela.ac.za/Meet-the-team/Prof-Andre-Keet
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web search NEUTRAL — Nelson Mandela University. Deputy Vice-Chancellor : Engagement and Transformation (DVC). Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Current position.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andre-Keet-2
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“The Herald marketing manager, Berna Ulay-Walters”
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Multiple sources, including a LinkedIn profile and a news snippet about the Isuzu Schools Quiz, identify Berna Ulay-Walters as the marketing manager of The Herald.
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web search NEUTRAL — For 180 years, it has remained a trusted voice in journalism, championing truth, promoting dialogue, and fostering community spirit in the Eastern Cape and beyond. For media enquiries, interviews or s…
https://vivanationradio.net/news-view/1737851/the-herald-mar…
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web search NEUTRAL — Berna Ulay-Walters. Senior Marketing Manager. Port Elizabeth. The Herald. University of Cape Town, +2 more.
https://www.linkedin.com/pub/dir/+/Ulay
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web search NEUTRAL — The quarterfinal, semifinal and final rounds will be live-streamed on The Herald’s Facebook page. For more information, contact The Herald marketing manager, Berna Ulay-Walters on ulayb@theherald.co.z…
https://www.theherald.co.za/news/2026-03-13-entries-gain-tra…
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“The event would not be possible without the support of several partners including co-title sponsors: Nelson Mandela University, silver sponsor: SPAR, bronze sponsor: Continental Tyre SA, venue sponsor: Sun Boardwalk, beverage sponsor: Three Peaks Wine, support sponsor: Capsicum Culinary Studio.”
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The provided evidence for this claim contains general articles about how to find sponsorships, but does not list the specific sponsors for the Herald Citizens of the Year Awards.
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web search NEUTRAL — Looking for the best companies to approach for sponsorships for your nonprofit events and programs? This list compiles the greatest opportunities here!
https://360matchpro.com/best-companies-to-approach-for-spons…
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web search NEUTRAL — Feb 21, 2025 · Securing corporate sponsorship is a vital strategy for nonprofit organizations, helping to amplify mission impact while ensuring financial stability. Whether you’re organizing a communi…
https://nonprofitssource.com/sponsorship-companies-for-event…
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web search NEUTRAL — Jun 18, 2025 · For a small business, a sponsorship can be a great way to grow the business. Learn more about how to get sponsorships for your business.
https://business.bankofamerica.com/en/resources/how-to-get-s…
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“Nominations... can either be submitted via online form here: www.bit.ly/HeraldCitizens2026 or emailed to UlayB@theherald.co.za.”
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The provided evidence mentions nominations closing for the 33rd instalment and unrelated 2026 AMA nominations, but does not confirm the specific URL or email address provided in the claim.
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web search NEUTRAL — It’s just two weeks to go before nominations close for the 33rd instalment of The Herald Citizens of the Year Awards and then the real work begins for the panel of esteemed judges.
https://www.theherald.co.za/news/2024-06-28-nominations-for-…
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web search NEUTRAL — When asked what the Citizens of the Year award meant to her, Eberhardt said it was another way of promoting their ethos and goal — making mental health care normal and accessible to everyone.
https://news.mandela.ac.za/News/Normalising-mental-health-ca…
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web search NEUTRAL — The nominations for the 2026 American Music Awards were announced April 14, with Taylor Swift topping the list with eight nods. Here’s everything you need to know about all the nominees.
https://www.eonline.com/news/1430860/ama-2026-nominations-fu…
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