Unity 'but still division'

Deep class differences persist in a society that is still unequal’.

- Thando Nondywana

After their stunning victory at the weekend, the Springboks have once again ignited a national conversation about unity in South Africa.

Captain Siya Kolisi's remarks about brotherhood and playing for the nation have raised mixed debate about whether the moment reflects a deeper shift towards national unity, or if it's merely a symbolic escape from the ongoing challenges of race, inequality, and social division in South Africa.

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers, who led the team to victory in the 2007 Rugby World Cup, believes the current squad is unquestionably South Africa's best national team.

He praised the Springboks for their broader impact beyond rugby, suggesting the team's influence extends into social and political spheres.