As South Africans celebrate Heritage Month, it has become evident that sport is a crucial component of the country's heritage. Sporting codes such as rugby and sporting heroes occupy a special place in the hearts and minds of ordinary citizens. South Africa's success in world rugby, in particular, has united a divided nation in many ways, based on their shared experiences, since the Springboks lifted the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time in 1995. Samantha Marie reports.

As South Africans celebrate Heritage Month, it has become evident that sport is a crucial component of the country's heritage. Sporting codes such as rugby and sporting heroes occupy a special place in the hearts and minds of ordinary citizens. South Africa's success in world rugby, in particular, has united a divided nation in many ways, based on their shared experiences, since the Springboks lifted the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time in 1995. Samantha Marie reports.

2024 marks 30 years since South Africa’s first democratic elections on 27th April 1994. Throughout the year, on all our platforms, SABC News will remind you of key moments in our democratic history

2024 marks 30 years since South Africa’s first democratic elections on 27th April 1994. Throughout the year, on all our platforms, SABC News will remind you of key moments in our democratic history

Democracy 30

Reflecting on 30 Years of Democracy: Achievements, Challenges, and the Path Forward.

Reflecting on 30 Years of Democracy: Achievements, Challenges, and the Path Forward.