It is the second time du Toit, 32, has picked up the accolade following his success in 2019.
He came out ahead of two of his Springbok teammates Eben Etzebeth, who was nominated for a third time, and Cheslin Kolbe, as well as Ireland's Caelan Doris. He succeeds New Zealander Ardie Savea.
A world champion with the Boks in 2019 and 2023, du Toit was again in outstanding form in 2024, a key member of the side that won the Rugby Championship for the first time in five years, finishing with five wins and one defeat.
During the November tour, they easily disposed of Scotland and Wales and also beat England at Twickenham.
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