Rugby legend Francois Pienaar, the former Springbok captain whose leadership guided South Africa to a historic Rugby World Cup victory in 1995, is celebrating his birthday today. A symbol of unity Pienaar, born in 1967, is more than just a rugby legend; he is an icon of South African history. His captaincy during the 1995 … Read more
Cheslin Kolbe has switched his rugby gear for the red Santa suit and decorated his home in Tokyo, Japan, all for his wonderful kids and family. The rugby star took to Instagram and shared short clips and a picture of him and his wife getting everything ready for their kids for Christmas. Check out the … Read more
A TikToker posted a video on 4 December 2024 showing how a springbok broke into her home to the delight of many on the platform. The short clip, which has already garnered thousands of views, led most South Africans to bring a comedic side to the woman’s experience. Most used the chance to come up … Read more
Former Springbok Elton Jantjies is gearing up to put up a fight – in the name of charity – in a celebrity boxing match this weekend. The World Cup-winning champion will face retired Bok and Bulls player Lionel Mapoe on Saturday, 30 November. The match will take place in Durban at the Station Urban Events … Read more
Forner Springbok Duane Vermeulen has had to temporarily shut his family business, De SluisHuis after it was damaged during a burglary. The retired rugby player – who hung up his boots at the close of the 2023 Rugby World Cup – co-owns the deli and restaurant with his wife and business partners. SPRINGBOK’S BUSINESSES FORCED … Read more
The vigilance of a Springbok SAPS K9 team led to the arrest of three suspects found in possession of rhino horns and protected plants in the Northern Cape town. The police received information about an unknown vehicle transporting rhino horns on the R355 road between Springbok and Gamoep. Search all vehicles The intelligence was operationalised … Read more
Kingswood Golf Estate in George recently welcomed the birth of its first ever black springbok, as first reported by The South African website. Those who have enjoyed a round at the well-known Garden Route course will have encountered numerous springbok roaming the fairways – and rough – with around 45 on the estate. ‘One in … Read more
Springbok physiotherapist Rene Naylor was amongst a team of animal rescuers who helped rehabilitate a baby rhino. The mission came shortly after Bok captain Siya Kolisi, along with several other players, visited the Care For Wild Rhino Sanctuary in Mpumalanga last month. Siya reunited with Daisy, whom he last saw in 2022. SPRINGBOK PHYSIO HELPS … Read more
Eben Etzebeth – who recently made history over his test match appearances – is widely known for his quick temper on the pitch. In fact, many fans have teased him over going into “beast mode” when it comes to the attack. This includes his Bok bestie, captain Siya Kolisi, who recently interviewed him over his … Read more
Kingswood Golf Estate in George has welcomed the birth of its first ever black Springbok, as per a Facebook post. Those fortunate enough to have played a round at the Garden Route course will have encountered numerous springbok roaming the fairways. However, until this week, the course had never had a ‘one in a million’ … Read more
