By Cyril Ramaphosa
In just under two weeks’ time, Bafana Bafana will participate in the opening match in this year’s FIFA World Cup against Mexico.
They carry with them the best wishes of more than 62 million South Africans who will be cheering them on at every stage of the tournament. Bafana Bafana are taking part in the World Cup for the first time since we hosted the event in 2010.
At a send-off dinner hosted by the Presidency last week, we congratulated the team going to the World Cup. Football is defined by camaraderie, teamwork and sportspersonship.
The efforts of all the players in qualifying for the tournament deserve credit and recognition.
I call on all South Africans to rally behind our team and show their support. Let us wear the team colours and fly the flag.
It has been a long and difficult journey
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