Mzansi lit up on social media as Bafana Bafana made history by reaching the Fifa World Cup knockout stages for the first time, triggering a wave of pride from celebrities across South Africa.
"What a time to be South African."
That was the feeling shared across the country on Thursday morning, after Bafana Bafana made history by qualifying for the Fifa World Cup knockout stages for the first time ever.
South Africans from all walks of life celebrated the landmark achievement, with celebrities, influencers and public figures flooding social media with messages of pride and excitement.
The historic moment came after a tense 1-0 victory over South Korea at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico. Cyprus-based winger Thapelo Maseko became the nation's hero when he found the back of the net in the 63rd minute after a well-timed assist from Tshepang Moremi.
