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Five-Star Springboks Silence Nairobi to Retain African Crown
The Springbok Women cemented their status as the undisputed queens of continental rugby, securing their fifth consecutive Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title with a gritty 35-20 victory over the Kenya Lionesses in Nairobi. Facing a hostile home crowd and a fiercely determined opponent, the South Africans overcame a halftime deficit by executing a clinical second-half tactical blueprint. The hard-fought win not only preserves their regional dominance but also rounds off a highly su

Karen Scheepers
Jun 13 min read


Resilience Overcomes Rust as Springbok Women Fight Past Uganda
The Springbok Women maintained their historic unbeaten streak against African opposition on Wednesday, securing a 47-20 victory over Uganda in Nairobi. However, the scoreline masked a challenging afternoon at the RFUEA Ground, where the South Africans were forced to dig deep after a sluggish start. In a match characterized by disciplinary hurdles and a spirited Ugandan offensive, the "Bok Women" relied on their clinical finishing in the second half to pull away, ensuring thei

Karen Scheepers
May 283 min read


Dominant Springbok Women Overpower Madagascar in Nairobi Opener
The Springbok Women officially signaled their intent for the 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup with a resounding 64-5 victory over Madagascar at the RFUEA Ground in Nairobi. Despite an early scare that saw the island nation draw first blood, the South Africans flexed their tactical and physical superiority to cross the whitewash ten times. This opening fixture served as a significant barometer for the team's depth, blending the explosive power of seasoned internationals with a cl

Karen Scheepers
May 252 min read
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