Former Springbok Solly Tyibilika shot dead

Former Springbok Solly Tyibilika has been shot dead in what appears to be a random shootout at a tavern in Cape Town. He was 32 years old.

Absa named new Springbok sponsor

Absa Bank will be the new official sponsors of the Springboks, the South African Rugby Union (Saru) announced on Thursday.

If Div gets the boot ...

This week Saru reminded the press that there is a process to be followed and that, at least for now, Peter de Villiers remains the coach of the Boks.

South Africa, New Zealand in apartheid rugby apology

New Zealand and South Africa's rugby unions made apologies on Friday for excluding Maori and black players from their teams during the apartheid era.

Deputy Alexander to oppose Hoskins in Saru elections

Oregan Hoskins, president of the South African Rugby Union (Saru), will be opposed by his deputy Mark Alexander at the Saru elections next month.

Cape Town to host France-Boks clash

South Africa will play France in a Test match on June 12 in Cape Town, dispelling doubts over a clash in scheduling with Soccer World Cup.

SA Rugby Union bids for World Cup 2015 and 2019

Bok badge to move to right-hand side of jersey

The president's council of the Saru on Monday resolved to move the Springbok emblem to the right-hand side of the national playing jersey.

SA Rugby to toe line on emblem legislation

The Springbok emblem can still be utilised by the South African Rugby Union, but the King Protea as national emblem will be worn on the jersey.

Saru confirms decision on Bok emblem

The president's council of Saru has resolved to add the national sports emblem of the King Protea to the playing jersey of national rugby teams.

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