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Springboks’ victory and Ellis Park have a lot to teach us about the city’s potential
13 September 2024 - 05:00
Living in Johannesburg really has its moments, times when the potholes and water bursts fade into insignificance. Watching the Springboks beat the All Blacks at Ellis Park on August 31 was such a moment and it has a lot to teach us about the city’s potential.
The atmosphere at Ellis Park was electric as the fans showed off the best of SA. White people sported makarapas. Black people elevated the fashion status of the Springbok beanie. A brass band lifted our spirits. Everyone sang every line of the national anthem with a joy that made Kamala Harris seem demure...
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