Malema demands that the Springbok rugby team adopt a new name and symbol.
According to TimesLIVE, Julius Malema, the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has suggested that the Springbok rugby team adopt a new moniker and symbol. Malema contends that the Springbok name and logo should be changed to better represent South Africa’s democratic ideals since they are apartheid symbols. Malema made these remarks following the Springboks’ victory over the All Blacks of New Zealand in the final of the World Cup rugby competition in France. After the tournament’s inception, the Boks became the first team to win four world titles.
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South Africa: Capetonians Cheer the Springboks!
These guys are bringing us together. Their backgrounds are varied.”
On Friday, thousands of enthusiastic supporters of the Springboks lined the streets for the World Cup victory tour’s Cape Town leg.
Visitors poured into the Grand Parade. A few emerged from their workspaces. Some stood on balconies and rooftops. Workers in construction had an especially nice view. They all gave the Bokke a cheer
A fan named Francois Engelbrecht said he had left Wellington at 4:30 in the morning in order to secure a decent spot.
Standing in the front row, Bertus Els from Brackenfell expressed his love for the team. At the 2019 celebrations, he even got to meet Muriel Bailey, his partner, and the two of them are now engaged. He mentioned that he was especially happy to see Cheslin Kolbe. “Brackenfell High School is where he goes. We cherish Cheslin.
Iminathi, Maphelo Soldati’s son, was present. Having just finished his night shift at the warehouse, he expressed his inability to miss this momentous occasion. These guys are bringing us together. Their backgrounds are varied,” he remarked.
He lauded Siya Kolisi for setting a fantastic example for young people in particular and for other leaders.
Although President Cyril Ramaphosa only officially announced the public holiday for December 15th, many Capetonians also observed a holiday on November 3rd. One supporter claimed that he had taken a day’s sick leave solely to see the team.
One of the loudest ovations went to Cheslin Kolbe when the team was
declared live on stage. We have diverse origins and cultural backgrounds. Together, let’s stand,” Kolbe uttered.
“Kaapstad salute,” declared Siya Kolisi, the captain of the Springboks, as he took the stage. “That’s the only Afrikaans I know,” he said in jest. “It’s true that rugby receives the greatest support in the Western Cape. We would like to express our gratitude for your support of us. It motivates us to work together as a team as well. We were informed by Coach Rassie [Erasmus] that you are more important than the team these days.
Groundup was informed by Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis that the victory was amazing for the nation. “It shows that we can achieve excellence and inspires a great deal of people. It’s about inspiring our nation, not just about sports.”
“About half of the team is from Cape Town, not to brag or anything. The mayor remarked, “It’s fantastic to see the amazing rugby talent in our city continue to do so well.
Prior to traveling to Langa and Bonteheuwel, the team bus passed through the heart of the city. This weekend, they will wrap up their victory tour in East London by going to Durban.
