Caxton Local Media invited SA schools to join them in showing their support of the Springboks in the lead-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Kicked off by Jeppe High School for Boys in Johannesburg, the challenge – and Bok gees – has spread to Mpumalanga.

First in the Lowveld to take on the challenge was Laerskool Nelspruit, when the learners sang their war cry and added a few choreographed moves. They then challenged Springbok scrum-half Faf de Klerk’s alma mater, Laerskool Bergland, to make their voices heard.

The primary school got creative and used the #StrongerTogether and #Caxton4Bokke hashtags to show their Bok support.

Sung to the tune of Mgarimbe’s Amabokoboko (Sister Bokkina) – dubbed the men in green’s world cup anthem – the learners sing ‘with Springboks hearts and courage true, the world cup dreams we share with you’.

The video includes a surprise appearance by ‘Faf’ as the Boks are backed to go for gold and retain their title.

Schools, join in

“Words of support are wonderful, but what speaks louder than action?” asks Caxton Local Media group editor Irma Green.

“Gather your learners and show your spirit – for your school’s unity, the Bokke, and your country. Together we are stronger, so join us in getting behind our national team.”

Your school could also become part of the challenge. Simply publish a version of your school’s war cry on TikTok and other social media platforms, and remember to include #StrongerTogether, #Caxton4Bokke and your school’s own hashtags.

@lowvelder Caxton Local Media invIted SA schools to join them in showing their support of the Springboks in the lead-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Laerskool Nelspruit demonstrated its support of our men in green and gold, and challenged Laerskool Bergland. #Nellies #Caxton4Bokke #LaerskoolBergland #Bergies #inthezone #StrongerTogether #LaerskoolNelspruit #Bokke #Springboks #RWC2023 ♬ original sound – Lowveld Media

@caxtonlocalmedia Caxton Local Media tries the #bokkesdancechallenge 🇿🇦 Now show us what you can do! #caxtonlocalmedia #rugbyworldcup2023 #springboksupporters ♬ Bokke – Loufi