Government calls on citizens to rally behind the Springboks
The Springboks bagged a 19-16 win over Wales in the second semi-final at the International Stadium in Yokohama, Japan, on Sunday to gain a spot in the final.
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During a meeting the cabinet called on all South Africans and supporters from across the globe to rally behind the Springboks by participating in Green Fridays and sharing messages of support on social-media platforms.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Yokohama, Japan, to lead the nation’s support for the Springboks in their Rugby World Cup final against England that will take place this Saturday.
Addressing the post Cabinet media briefing held in Cape Town on Thursday, Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu called on South Africans to focus on supporting the Springboks. “As government, we fully support the Springboks,” he said.
South Africans are urged to use the hashtag #StrongerTogether, #Bokke, #Rugbyworldcup on all social media platforms.