Thousands have flooded the streets of South Africa's capital as the nation's rugby team begin a World Cup victory tour. From a balcony, the team and President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed a rapturous crowd. The president is among many who have hailed the Springbok's feat as a sign of hope amid a testing period for South Africa. Kolisi, the Springboks' first black Test captain, dedicated the trophy to "the people of South Africa" on Thursday. Thursday's jubilant scenes demonstrate that this more inclusive team have captured hearts across South Africa.

Source: Daily Nation November 02, 2023 16:19 UTC