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Rugby in South Africa
For many South Africans, rugby is a serious matter, a source of bursting pride - or
shattering disappointment. The country has traditionally fared well on the world
stage,
and SA fans expect the national team to win every game they play.
Townships to get in on Bok action
Rugby fans in South Africa's townships will be able to follow the Springboks' World Cup matches live on big screens, thanks to a partnership between the SA Rugby Union and Township TV.
The business of sport
South Africa is a global leader in sports tourism, but this industry can be further maximised through greater marketing efforts and the alignment of sporting events with business tourism.
• SA becomes business tourism hub
Rugby World Cup: back the Boks
As the countdown begins to the Springboks' first match in the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand in September, South Africans have been called on to rally behind their team's defence of the title – and there are plenty of ways in which to do so.
• New drive to spark local sports frenzy
Steenkamp: SA rugby player of the year
Gurthro Steenkamp of the Blue Bulls was named the South African Rugby Union Player of the Year on Monday. He succeeds his team-mate Fourie du Preez.