Rachel Kolisi, the spouse of Springboks’ leader, Siya Kolisi, disclosed that her family was en route to South Africa on Sunday, October 29th. This move coincided with the Springboks’ remarkable victory over the All Blacks in the Rugby World Cup on Saturday, October 28th.
The Kolisis, including their children Nicholas (9) and Keziah (6), had relocated to Paris in August. This transition was in anticipation of Siya Kolisi’s joining the French team, Racing 92, subsequent to the Rugby World Cup. However, the call of their homeland prompted their return to South Africa.
Further, as they touched down in the picturesque Mother City, Cape Town, Rachel Kolisi shared a heartfelt video that encapsulated her emotions. She expressed, “I wish I could explain how good it is to get home. I can’t wait for the rest of the team and families to experience this! South Africans are so happy and grateful for this victory. All that actually matters. Our people.”
Therefore, the motive behind this return to South Africa was revealed by Rachel a week prior. The purpose of their journey back to their homeland was a family wedding, a joyous occasion that stirred their hearts. She shared this announcement through an Instagram post on Saturday, October 21st.
However, her brother, Joel Smith, is set to tie the knot with the celebrated Olympic swimmer, Tatjana Schoenmaker. This sentimental event has brought the Kolisi family back home after a nine-week stint in Paris. Where they encountered numerous challenges. In her reflections, Rachel expressed, “9 weeks ago, we moved from Durban, South Africa to Paris, France. Challenging would be a MASSIVE understatement, but yesterday the kids started their first half-term school holiday. It felt like such a big accomplishment for all of us.”
In summary, as the family prepares to embark on their South African sojourn. Rachel Kolisi expressed her deep gratitude for the outpouring of kind messages, support, advice, and recommendations from well-wishers. Their return home is not just for a wedding, but also an opportunity to reconnect with their South African roots and celebrate a monumental victory with their fellow countrymen.
