“Thank you for entrusting us with [The James Urdang & Education Africa] collection of memorabilia. We are deeply touched and honored by your generous donation. As we mark the 10th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing, your gift is a reminder of the enduring importance of his legacy and the remarkable individuals like you who continue to contribute to it.

Your collection will be cherished and preserved in our archives, ensuring that future generations can learn from and be inspired by your life’s work. Thank you once again for entrusting us with this remarkable collection. It is our privilege to be a part of this moment in your journey and to celebrate the legacy of Nelson Mandela alongside you.”

“James is a true South African Legend.

He speaks with honesty, authenticity, humour, and so much more.

His talk is based on a life of service and impact and thus it resonates with all audiences on how to develop servant leadership, impact and to do this against all odds.”

“James. I am so incredibly blown away by what you have built. We met over 20 years ago and since then you have built a globally meaningful organization serving the previously disadvantaged population in South Africa. And you have made an amazing impact and material change. Social justice never happens fast enough for those who lead the charge. But with leaders like you who are willing to stick with it, the arc of change is positive. Thank you for all you have done. And please keep up the amazing work.”

James has been a guest speaker in several of my MBA classes. His story and passion are inspirational – by the end of his talk everyone in the room is ready to go out and make the world a better place! James leads by example and through his work at Education Africa he has shown and continues to show what it takes to make real change happen.

”James Urdang is a legend. A man who lives and works by values. Inspirational.”

“I met an icon of our time today in my MBA cohort. It was nothing short of AMAZING. Remember this man James Urdang who has understood his purpose in life, lives it and never backed down. Trials and tribulations he is still at it. Fighting for the rights of an African child. God bless your future endeavours and may all your dreams for Africans come to fruition when you are alive to witness them all. Upwards and onwards.”

“We were indeed given an opportunity to meet a Great Giant. Your work and your dedication to the true cause is presented beautifully in your story.”

"I really feel a sense of pride and gratitude as I congratulate Education Africa on 30 years of really significant service to education in South Africa. I feel pride as I know how much you have invested and achieved among some of the poorest in society. I am grateful for the privilege of serving on the fringes of the organisation for the past 8 years. It is difficult to find another social entrepreneur who has persevered and won to the same extent over the good and the not-so-good times. CONGRATULATIONS!”

"Three decades of dedication and commitment to education – what is uncontestably the most important asset that can be imparted on a human being – is an admirably great achievement of which Education Africa should be proud. Over the past 30 years, under the able leadership of its CEO and Founder, James Urdang, Education Africa has made significant contributions in bringing about enlightenment and enriching South Africa’s education, arts and cultural diversity. As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, I wish Education Africa many more achievements in the years to come.”

“Dear James. What an achievement to have had such a wonderfully long track record of making a positive impact on so many children’s lives. Education Africa is a prime example of how philanthropy can partner with Non-Profit Organisations to achieve great things. Many thanks to you and your team for all that you have and still will do.”

"Apart from assisting [James] with Education Africa's insurance requirements we loved his vision for education and South Africa and we started including Education Africa into our annual Corporate Social Investment programme. James is one of a kind and will take the shirt off his own back to help others less fortunate! In my opinion there is no better person to head up a charitable organisation such as Education Africa. He is committed, passionate, 100% trustworthy, will never give up and has his heart in the right place. Our world needs more people like James!”

"I have been amazed at James' dedication and passion for the work he does in Education Africa. He fights for better education for children. When I say he fights, he gives his all to make a difference in South Africa... he tries everything he can to find solutions. This is a man who knows that every little step matters. He needs our support and we need his insights as to how we can educate the children and get them out of abject poverty.”

"I have known and worked with James for just under 20 years now. Having volunteered for Education Africa since 2000 I can honestly say that I know no one who posesses the passion and drive to want to make a difference in the lives of young South Africans as James. He is a true inspiration.”

“James is a highly dedicated, committed, energetic leader in his field who serves as an example of bringing positive change to the thousands of disadvantaged youth that he serves.”