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Against tough economic odds, ordinary South Africans rose up, built empires, and made history. This is for them. The dreamers who became legends.
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From Durban township streets to performing at Coachella — the hustle never stopped.
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Raised in poverty in Zwide, he lifted the Rugby World Cup twice. No greater SA story.
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Trading from laptops in townships, they cracked global markets and created generational wealth.
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