1995 Rugby World Cup
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February 11 1990: Mandela’s media conquest
Nelson Mandela’s release from prison was also South Africa’s first ‘media event’. And, despite the NP’s, and the SABC’s, attempt to control the narrative, the force of Madiba’s…
Emotional reunion for ’95 Springbok team
Members of the 1995 World Cup Springbok squad gathered for a reunion marking the 20-year anniversary when they beat the All Blacks 15-12.
Rugby World Cup on track despite quake, says NZ
The Christchurch earthquake dented Rugby World Cup ticket sales but plans for the biggest event ever staged in New Zealand remain on track.
Oscar glances in South Africa
In Proudly South African fashion, we note two Oscar nominations for films related to South Africa, <em>District 9</em> and <em>Invictus</em>.
Buy a ticket, get a free Mandela
Not the movie of the week: Shaun de Waal reviews Invictus, with Morgan Freeman portraying Nelson Mandela.