Faces of Springboks Legends in New East London Mural Has Mzansi People Beaming With Pride

Faces of Springboks Legends in New East London Mural Has Mzansi People Beaming With Pride

  • A newly painted mural in East London features the faces of Springboks' players Siya Kolisi, Makazole Mapimpi, Lukhanyo Am and Jaden Hendrikse
  • The artist, Nathan Sanan, said the mural is not only a celebration of the players but also a reminder to all that anyone can achieve their dreams
  • South Africans were impressed by the mural and responded with positive comments

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Mural of the Springboks
The new mural features the faces of Siya Kolisi, Makazole Mapimpi, Lukhanyo Am and Jaden Hendrikse. Image: Nathan Sanan
Source: Facebook

The Springboks' triumphant win has brought the nation closer together in many amazing ways - through song, dance and even art.

Artist paints tribute to RWC champions

A recently painted mural inspired by the Bokke has added vibrance to the small city of East London.

Talented artist Nathan Sanan created a striking masterpiece at the Vincent Park corner in Devereux Avenue, which features the faces of Springboks players, Siya Kolisi, Makazole Mapimpi, Lukhanyo Am and Jaden Hendrikse.

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Nathan shared that the mural is not only a celebration of our players from Amathole and their captain but also serves as inspiration and a reminder to all that anyone can achieve unthinkable dreams.

"Unfortunately, there wasn't enough time to paint everyone that was a part of this unbelievable achievement so please forgive me in advance," Nathan said in a Facebook post.
Springbok mural in East London
Nathan Sanan paints beautiful artwork. Image: What's On in and around East London
Source: Facebook

SA show the artwork love

Many netizens were impressed by the Springboks mural and responded with pride and positive comments.

Liezel Terblanche Gerstner replied:

"Love it, so cool ."

Sharlayne Foster commented:

" Love it!! A tribute to our Champions !! I hope the mural remains as is as a reminder to us all that achievement goes hand in hand with hard work and support. It must also remind us all that we need to stay united because we are definitely stronger together ."

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Melanie Kruger wrote:

"Absolutely incredible.....WOW."

Jackie Sharrock said:

"Outstanding!"

Louise Lottering Krull commented:

"Magnificent!!! We want more!!!!"

Shian Coetzer commented:

"Wooooooooww !!! This is absolutely incredible ."

Artist goes viral with picture of Siya Kolisi

In another story, Briefly News reported that Springboks captain Siya Kolisi not only led the Rugby World Cup champions twice in a row but has also touched the lives of many people on and off the field.

One of his fans and talented local artist, Sphesihle Brian Hlatshwayo, took to social media to share an image of himself holding an impressive drawing of Kolisi that he created in honour of the rugby captain.

The pencil drawing is a distinct imitation and depiction of a happy-looking Kolisi. There is no denying Sphesihle's talent and he has a bright future ahead of him.

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