# Soccer: President Cyril Ramaphosa says it has been a long and difficult journey to transform Bafana Bafana’s fortunes as the national team heads off to the World Cup. South Africa is participating in the tournament for the first time since 2010. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa gave credit to the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, governing body SAFA, the leagues, clubs and sponsors for their commitment to developing the sport. He says South Africans will be cheering on the team at every stage of the tournament.
Soccer: Ramaphosa says it’s been a long and difficult journey to transform the fortunes of Bafana Bafana