In May 2023, Seabelo Senatla, a gifted rugby player, suffered severe nerve damage to his arm in a catastrophic car accident, leaving his career in doubt. However, there is hope that he will return to the game for the 202425 season after rejoining full training with the Stormers’ team. Despite setbacks, Senatla’s dedication to the game and his team remains unwavering, and the rugby world eagerly awaits his comeback.
Lerato “Lira” Molapo, the beloved Afrosoul artist, suffered a stroke in 2022 that left fans worried if they would ever see her perform again. However, in 2024, she made an impressive comeback at Bassline Fest, unveiling a “new” Lira after a twoyear hiatus. Her transformation, triggered by the stroke, led to a deep metamorphosis that she now sees as bidding goodbye to the “old Lira.” Her inspiring story of resilience and personal transformation moves millions.
The Laureus World Sports Awards celebrate outstanding sporting performances and are regarded as the pinnacle of international sporting accolades. South Africa’s Springboks rugby team and their leader, Siya Kolisi, have been nominated for the prestigious awards this year, with the Springboks nominated for the Laureus World Team of the Year Award and Kolisi nominated for the Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award. The final verdict is taken by the Laureus World Sports Academy, a distinguished jury comprising 69 of the world’s greatest sporting legends. These nominations reflect South Africa’s dominance in the sporting industry on a global stage.
