It is obvious that South Africa’s 32-12 victory over England in the Rugby World Cup Final on November 2 will not and cannot erase South Africa’s many social and economic problems. Nevertheless, Siya Kolisi (pictured above holding aloft the Webb Ellis trophy) and his team have provided us with an inspirational reminder of the potential of each and every South African, as well as how that potential can be amplified when we work together. Photograph: Matthew Childs for Reuters