FAQ About Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela
28 days ago | beth

How did Nelson Mandela impact South African sports?

Nelson Mandela used sports as a tool to promote national unity in South Africa. A notable example is the 1995 Rugby World Cup, hosted and won by South Africa. Mandela's appearance wearing a Springbok jersey at the final match symbolized reconciliation and fostered a sense of shared national pride among all South Africans, regardless of race.