Beating Retreat on Horse Guards Parade 2024 | The Bands of HM Royal Marines

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  • @christophertipton2318
    @christophertipton2318 4 місяці тому +160

    US Marine here. I have to say it, the Royal Marines Bands are the best in the world.

    • @applemac100100
      @applemac100100 4 місяці тому +7

      Thank you 😀

    • @silviaruhsen4666
      @silviaruhsen4666 4 місяці тому +2

      Yeah, may be

    • @HellenicJohn
      @HellenicJohn 3 місяці тому +3

      A Magnificent tribute.

    • @gulliver3644
      @gulliver3644 2 місяці тому +1

      The entire tribute was outstanding. The length, the endurance, quality of march. Was that a leisure marching step? The pause? Wow!! The voice of that woman Marine!!!! Wow x 10!

    • @christophertipton2318
      @christophertipton2318 2 місяці тому +1

      @@gulliver3644 Do you mean the Slow March (Slow Time in the US)? Not a very leisurely march in my opinion, especially if you have to do it over a period of time. It's actually more difficult than a Quick March (Quick Time in the US). BTDT.

  • @heatherharvey3129
    @heatherharvey3129 4 місяці тому +172

    Thank you for allowing those of us who live thousands of kilometres away to share in performances by what are the best military bands in the world. Greetings from the tiny town of York, Western Australia.

    • @johnbrendon6225
      @johnbrendon6225 4 місяці тому +17

      Kulin, Western Australia.

    • @JoshHCK
      @JoshHCK 4 місяці тому +14

      Sending love to our Aussie friends! 🇬🇧🇦🇺

    • @heatherharvey3129
      @heatherharvey3129 4 місяці тому +8

      @@johnbrendon6225 *waving* Just down the road. 😉

    • @applemac100100
      @applemac100100 4 місяці тому +8

      You are welcome 😀

    • @newton18311
      @newton18311 4 місяці тому +8

      Welcome Cousin.

  • @jamiepeters4603
    @jamiepeters4603 4 місяці тому +122

    And this is why they are the best Military Band in the world.

    • @VonDutch68
      @VonDutch68 4 місяці тому +9

      Without question, as an ex sailor, I dont recall hearing or seeing better, and I have witnessed dozens in my 68 years.

    • @joesprinks4215
      @joesprinks4215 4 місяці тому +5

      A great performance,

    • @alansutton9388
      @alansutton9388 4 місяці тому +4

      And the march is South African " Sarie Marais"

    • @csl7059
      @csl7059 2 місяці тому

      Para qué sirve esto?

  • @csmink
    @csmink 2 місяці тому +15

    I have never heard a marching band produce such a magnificent sound. An honor to hear it.

  • @doraldeddy1836
    @doraldeddy1836 4 місяці тому +56

    The RMBs are simply the best. Imo we have a few things to be proud of in this country, and our military is one of them. This despite the cuts that have been inflicted by successive political parties (whom I’m not proud of!). Thank you to all our soldiers, sailors and airmen and airwomen. Best wishes from Cornwall. ❤️

    • @cynthiaherbert9889
      @cynthiaherbert9889 4 місяці тому +5

      Totally agree with every word you have written! Also from Cornwall. x

    • @Sofasurfa
      @Sofasurfa 4 місяці тому +1

      This Cumbrian agrees with this comment.☺️

    • @sidpheasant7585
      @sidpheasant7585 Місяць тому

      as does this "Yellowbelly"

    • @fionagreenwood3231
      @fionagreenwood3231 2 дні тому

      I second your beautiful comment xxxxx

  • @deniseroney
    @deniseroney 4 місяці тому +44

    Oh boy, sat here typing this with tears in my eyes! How very proud I am of each and everyone of you, this wonderful performance should make all of us proud, the discipline it has taken to reach this standard is just amazing, thank you all so much. I am the Grandaughter of CSM John Burns. KIA 1916, ordered his men 'over the top' then got hit himself falling back into that same trench, how long he lay there dying no one will ever know....God Bless You Grandad and his widow who pushed forward with their children for the rest of her life. Thank you.

    • @johnwright7895
      @johnwright7895 3 місяці тому +3

      Take care,my friend.

    • @RichardBurns-g6c
      @RichardBurns-g6c 3 місяці тому +4

      Yes, very proud of CSM John Burns and other Burns' who have served in many different services, including CPT Sir Alexander Burnes, 2d cousin of the poet, explorer and diplomat. I am GG GG GG G Grandson of 1L'T James Burnes, Maryland Infantry and GG GG GG G nephew of 1LT David Burnes, Maryland Infantry, American Revolution, GG Grandson of 1SG George Burns, Company B, 28th Ark Cav, Confederate States of America; RDMN 1st Class Ernest Burns, USS Marcus Island, Palau/Leyte Gulf/Okinawa, WWII; nephew of SGT Joe Kenneth Burns, 1st Cav Division, Korean War; nephew of SSG Glen Burns, 29th Inf Div, AR NG; I am LTC Richard H Burns, USA (Ret.) w svc in 9th Inf Div Vietnam/3d Armored Div Germany and my son is MAJ Alexander H Burns, 82d Abn Div, US Army/29th Inf Bde, AR NG w/svc in Afghanistan/Japan/Laos/Guam. I also play the french horn. So I know a bit about the military, music, marching and bands. The Brits do it best and the Royal Marines are the best of the Brits! Congratulations Royal Marines.

    • @margaretjohannessen1235
      @margaretjohannessen1235 Місяць тому +1

      ​@@RichardBurns-g6c All I can do is say how right you are. I am listening to these young soldiers right now and what a string number playing now this takes me back to my school days we assembled in our class area and then with the band playing n over the megaphone we marched around the prade ground then into our respective class rooms.

  • @ajtommo
    @ajtommo 4 місяці тому +49

    Things like this certainly make me a proud Brit 🇬🇧❤️😊

    • @deniseroney
      @deniseroney 4 місяці тому +4

      Should be made more public, eg The Edinburgh Tatoo shown annually on our TV screens, am not aware of our Marine bands being shown similar time??

    • @emstirling-is4nu
      @emstirling-is4nu Місяць тому

      Too bad the Tattoo has not yet been shown by the powers-to-be, would seem there is some trouble between the heirachy and some of the media keep getting deleted as well.

  • @JohnFisher-w7z
    @JohnFisher-w7z 2 місяці тому +10

    Wonderful to hear Sarie Marais been played by the Royal Marines from South Africa

  • @suzanneterrey4499
    @suzanneterrey4499 4 місяці тому +59

    From the USA, I always look forward to watching and hearing the Royal Marines Band. Truly remarkable talented and dedicated performances. Britain can very rightfully be proud of their Royal Marines Band and The Royal Marines. I'm grateful that I can watch these events from thousands of miles away in Texas.

  • @JohnMonaghan-tr1li
    @JohnMonaghan-tr1li 4 місяці тому +40

    As a US Marine also, I stand with Christopher, "Semper Fi" brother. The UK military bands are tops bar none the others are 2nd best, I can watch them every day and never get bored!

  • @stephentighe2005
    @stephentighe2005 4 місяці тому +27

    Just another day in the office for RMBS. But what a day. Congratulations from a former Army Musician.

  • @SimoneBailey-qn6ip
    @SimoneBailey-qn6ip 4 місяці тому +43

    ❤️ As a WRAF veteran,I feel truly humbled..the Band Of The Royal Marines is truly truly magnificent..im sat here feeling so proud..xx❤️

  • @JaniceGould-vc2sd
    @JaniceGould-vc2sd 3 місяці тому +16

    From an American, my complements. It was a beautiful ceremony. Well done.

    • @emstirling-is4nu
      @emstirling-is4nu 3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you...we are very proud of our military as you are too of yours.

  • @michaelporter6383
    @michaelporter6383 2 місяці тому +16

    Absolutely Magnificent. Thank you from a very proud Englishman.

  • @aliciabrearley5017
    @aliciabrearley5017 4 місяці тому +48

    Why is this never shown on tv channels. It would hopefully open people’s eyes to the best of Britain.

    • @darreno9874
      @darreno9874 3 місяці тому +6

      It used to be I remember watching it each year as a child but this wonderful display didn't fit with the left wing media

  • @shieldmaiden2660
    @shieldmaiden2660 4 місяці тому +35

    This American loves the Royal Marines!

  • @donnapullin6978
    @donnapullin6978 4 місяці тому +33

    From the USA ,thank you!

  • @patrix5614
    @patrix5614 4 місяці тому +16

    Just EXCELLENT. And as they say in the Navy " BRAVO ZULU " !!!

  • @Tribsaboy
    @Tribsaboy 12 днів тому +1

    Simply the best band. From a Brit and Légionnaire.

  • @BredaCorless-bq5ig
    @BredaCorless-bq5ig 4 місяці тому +30

    Beating Retreat 2024 was, both bisually and musically, a feast for the soul. An immaculate performance which highlights the good still left in this world. My heartfelt thanks to all who participated and continued gratitude for your service. Greetings from the west of Ireland.

  • @darreno9874
    @darreno9874 3 місяці тому +19

    God bless the Royal Marines and all service men and women in the British forces. Thank you.

  • @alangrocott1221
    @alangrocott1221 4 місяці тому +53

    We were there on the Friday, absolutely worth the trip down from Stoke, the best military bands in the world,

  • @mvdwillik5991
    @mvdwillik5991 3 місяці тому +9

    Oh wow "My great Grand Mother would have been Honored, so my Great Grand Father Writing the song on this Tune. May God bless them the King and the Guards and the Army of UK.

  • @ritapitt8273
    @ritapitt8273 4 місяці тому +17

    Best in the world! Amazing from start to finish 👌 👏 🇬🇧

  • @debbiemichaels4632
    @debbiemichaels4632 2 місяці тому +4

    Mat at be At Sunset is such a beautiful song and my heart cries when i hear this. Proud of my heritage.

  • @peckelhaze6934
    @peckelhaze6934 2 місяці тому +9

    The discipline of the RM is on another level. It makes me so proud that they are ours.

  • @mattia3495
    @mattia3495 4 місяці тому +31

    Congratulations you are the best in the world. It is always a pleasure to see you parade and listen to all the musical pieces!! Honor to you!!

    • @debbiemichaels4632
      @debbiemichaels4632 4 місяці тому +4

      As a former percussionist and marcher, I'm at aww from the sound of the horns to the drummers. Thank you

  • @kenlawrence3007
    @kenlawrence3007 4 місяці тому +30

    Excellent precision drill and marching - could teach the Guards a thing or two. Great music too.

  • @AllanCowie-z8e
    @AllanCowie-z8e 4 місяці тому +39

    The best military band in the world GSTK

  • @Yeah95607
    @Yeah95607 4 місяці тому +24

    Whoever sang “May it be” was amazing

  • @HelpforDominique
    @HelpforDominique 2 місяці тому +8

    Proud Boer here. Thank you for opening with a classic that inspired the Boers during the wars with the British. long live the ZAR. Long live the BoerVolk!

    • @UsuallyTrolling
      @UsuallyTrolling 2 місяці тому +3

      you lost lol

    • @cynthiastrawson3316
      @cynthiastrawson3316 2 місяці тому +3

      Yes, my heart skipped a beat when Sarie Marais played❤

    • @SB-wh9kf
      @SB-wh9kf Місяць тому

      @@UsuallyTrollingscorched earth synonymous with cowardice. You were the real losers. lol

    • @adventussaxonum448
      @adventussaxonum448 8 днів тому

      Yes, there's a reason the Royal Marines Commando March is Sarie Marais. Churchill's inspiration for the WW2 Commandos came from the Boers- he WAS captured by them, when he was a young man.😅

  • @crstuff9677
    @crstuff9677 4 місяці тому +14

    What an amazing performance by all, If i was a member on the parade I would have been stoked and tears running down my check when that amazing woman sang to our playing oh boy cannot watch it enough

  • @Maggie_1957
    @Maggie_1957 4 місяці тому +22

    Magnificent not just the bands but the singer was wonderful her voice so clear.

  • @JINDAVIK
    @JINDAVIK 4 місяці тому +25

    In this day and age of constant change this parade and production is outstanding, outstanding, outstanding, nothing less! This is the benchmark.

  • @hajuenoodles
    @hajuenoodles 4 місяці тому +35

    I am always fascinated by the music of the Royal Marines and have been following them for a long time. Best regards from Hamburg/Germany
    👏

  • @OregonCountry1859
    @OregonCountry1859 3 місяці тому +12

    Trying to get a reply from every British military branch, so far I’ve just gotten the RAF, also I am commenting this from your brothers in Oregon, USA. My great grandfather fought alongside you! 🇬🇧⚓️❤️🦫🌲 God save the king!

  • @chrisbailey9331
    @chrisbailey9331 4 місяці тому +35

    Perfectly executed and beautifully presented. Showing exactly why The Royal Marines are the best in the world ❗️🇬🇧

  • @K2shadowfax
    @K2shadowfax 4 місяці тому +28

    The amazing drill: lots of moving parts there! The music was epic! That solo performer was superb! The drummers - never missed a beat! The trumpeters - outstanding! Very well done all those involved behind the scenes; and an excellent job by all those on the square! From me, from far away - 3 cheers and 1 cheer more!

  • @supernutkin5122
    @supernutkin5122 4 місяці тому +11

    A great performance from the Massed Bands of HM Royal Marines ... the attention to detail and the music was absolutely superb ... it really was an outstanding performance, with the Musicians, the Drummers and the Drum Majors concentrating every minute of the show, not forgetting the Principal Director of Music who must also be extremely proud. Well Done.

  • @roracensarn7354
    @roracensarn7354 3 місяці тому +16

    The world best Royal Marines and fascination ❤with magnificent performances! Im watching from U.S.A.I do hoped to be one of the spectator there one day❤😊.Thak you to sharingThe Royal Marines Marching band to the world🌎 .It's heart breaking show that cant twink the eyes!

  • @jelofts
    @jelofts 4 місяці тому +18

    Wow, just wow! They put the spectacle into Spectacular! The music, the singer's voice, wonderful! Bravo Bootnecks!

  • @jackket6708
    @jackket6708 2 місяці тому +12

    Love the uniforms, the military marches, the bands and the whole spectacle.

  • @MurrayJ.Wilson
    @MurrayJ.Wilson 2 місяці тому +9

    Absolutely stunning. What a great group of service men and women. A job well done 👍

  • @chicastone650
    @chicastone650 4 місяці тому +15

    Hello from Japan
    I was happy to hear the wonderful performance, formation, and beautiful singing voice. I love the sound of the piccolo.

  • @JackieHillebrandt
    @JackieHillebrandt 2 місяці тому +8

    Absolutely marvellous - so proud of our boys ! No one does it better ! Xx

  • @jamespurs
    @jamespurs 4 місяці тому +21

    Outstanding as always. Also such a brilliant rendition of I vow to thee

  • @geoffreyhart9058
    @geoffreyhart9058 4 місяці тому +15

    Well done all round for a superb and immaculate performance from a former Royal Marines Band musician. BZ.

  • @lynsharpe6159
    @lynsharpe6159 4 місяці тому +23

    Love watching the performance of the massed bands. Beating Retreat was outstanding!, love from Australia ☺

  • @McTube222
    @McTube222 4 місяці тому +16

    I really enjoyed the visual and sounds of the bands of HM Royal Marines. Great job!

  • @helgelandvadfalker7764
    @helgelandvadfalker7764 4 місяці тому +11

    I have really enjoy this show, by the best military band in thr world.👍👍👍👍

  • @stacy5445
    @stacy5445 4 місяці тому +28

    🇺🇸❤🇬🇧. Beautiful! Being ex- military the best of drums on parade still gets my feet moving to the cadence! Thank You for sharing this!

  • @applemac100100
    @applemac100100 4 місяці тому +10

    I would love to have been present at that it’s absolutely magnificent words fail me.

  • @AlbaAlba-fg2io
    @AlbaAlba-fg2io 4 місяці тому +17

    Absolutely enchanting, first time I see, a very stunning video showing military precision, excellent music!! Thank you very much for sharing with us "home spectators" from Italy❤

  • @marckonrad0302
    @marckonrad0302 4 місяці тому +23

    The Music, the Bands, the Honor Guard ... exquisite ! But I want to mention: The cutting of this clip.. a phenomenal work! Wonderful!!!

  • @allydalessi3371
    @allydalessi3371 4 місяці тому +36

    No one does pomp and ceremony like us Brits - absolutely spectacular 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

    • @ManuelMorales-up4mg
      @ManuelMorales-up4mg 3 місяці тому +1

      I regret to say that for these military parades, no one can beat the Americans of the USA.

    • @emstirling-is4nu
      @emstirling-is4nu 3 місяці тому +1

      In this day and age we welcome both UK and USA. Both are very talented.@@ManuelMorales-up4mg

  • @heidymangione3913
    @heidymangione3913 4 місяці тому +15

    Wonderful video with the best band, thanks for the fantastic performance

  • @JudyLight-hc4cz
    @JudyLight-hc4cz 3 місяці тому +12

    Am an American is awe of your military bands and discipline.... I've never seen anything like it....takes my breath away.😅😮🎉

    • @janicejackson2016
      @janicejackson2016 7 днів тому

      We have the likes here too it's just that nobody ever put them on display you have to go looking for them

  • @tonipearson4164
    @tonipearson4164 4 місяці тому +11

    What can you say? An absolutely excellent performance.

  • @kevineast2079
    @kevineast2079 4 місяці тому +12

    One can only say thank you.

  • @McTube222
    @McTube222 4 місяці тому +14

    I watched it twice. Awesome, great skills and talent.

  • @elizabethwezelman8547
    @elizabethwezelman8547 2 місяці тому +7

    Absolutely wonderful from start to finish. Marching precision and different formations, incredible. Thank you to each member of HM Royal Marines for such a memorable performance.🌹

  • @takata98
    @takata98 4 місяці тому +15

    I received this in my notifications a day ago... and three viewings later! I'm British born, but a citizen of Canada for most of my life and yet the emotions and pride I get from these parade performances are indescribable. The amazing thing about this performance was the cinema graphics. As awesome as I imagine it to have been for the people there in person the overhead shots were spectacular. I noticed especially the way the camera caught the "eyes" eyes left, right, side eye, eyes ahead, the camera caught it all and it was obvious the participants were aware of every one person's military precision. I smile at the fact the camera captured so many blue eyed marines, it amused me in a way thinking of John Inman singing "The sailor with the navy blue eyes" and this being a HM Royal Marines performance.

    • @deniseroney
      @deniseroney 4 місяці тому +3

      All the words I would have written and agreed with (part from John Inman scenario)!!

    • @heywoodjerbloume
      @heywoodjerbloume 4 місяці тому +4

      Im Canadian and no band in the World can match the Royal Marines Band.

  • @jpapillon47
    @jpapillon47 4 місяці тому +45

    They ARE the very best!!!! 🥰💯👌👍👏💐

  • @t-bexan
    @t-bexan 4 місяці тому +34

    Fantastic parade and beautiful filming ❤

  • @kjmav10135
    @kjmav10135 Місяць тому +7

    That was AMAZING! I’m American, about 2/3rds English descent, come over with the Pilgrims and the Puritans, and what ever leftover Limey genes that still remain were ready to jump up and sing “God Save the King” by the end. I had no intention of sitting all the way through this UA-cam video, but I’m glad I did.What we’re there-280? 300 of you? All perfectly performed! That was remarkable! Bravo!

  • @lren2022
    @lren2022 2 місяці тому +2

    Grew-up to these familiar marching tunes of a setting empire in the 50s. Superb martial music and marching. Bravo!

  • @joshuatoole7775
    @joshuatoole7775 4 місяці тому +8

    Best Version Of Lilobolero I Have Ever Heard In My Life

  • @johnwright7895
    @johnwright7895 3 місяці тому +13

    THE finest bands EVER.

  • @dennisvanvuuren4702
    @dennisvanvuuren4702 2 дні тому +1

    This is what you can call dicipline

  • @mandyrobertson1210
    @mandyrobertson1210 4 місяці тому +18

    Brilliant. BZ to you all

  • @janewhite1086
    @janewhite1086 4 місяці тому +16

    Super superb performance,wstched from Jamaica🇯🇲

  • @jeanlamberty6490
    @jeanlamberty6490 4 місяці тому +12

    Just fantastic, beautifully done. Bravo!!

  • @johnrozzi687
    @johnrozzi687 4 місяці тому +7

    What else can I say ....... Just fantastic!!

  • @noeleneroodt783
    @noeleneroodt783 Місяць тому +2

    How on earth are they playing "Sarie Marais from South Africa?
    Wonderful!

  • @marie-louisesegerlov8625
    @marie-louisesegerlov8625 Місяць тому +4

    What a wonderful time so happy I got to see this I LOVE IT! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @trudyrijsbergen3207
    @trudyrijsbergen3207 4 місяці тому +7

    Een unieke vertolking van ons oude schoolliedje Sari Marijs o breng mij terug naar dit mooie lied.

  • @BellaDiGrazie
    @BellaDiGrazie Місяць тому +8

    Thank you for this magnificent Parade ❤❤❤

  • @siroargimiropinongarcia
    @siroargimiropinongarcia 4 місяці тому +8

    WOW! Júpiter of Holst was great, Congratulations. Next year, more singers, please 😄👍

  • @JulieOrrell
    @JulieOrrell 4 місяці тому +4

    Brilliant,the Band of the Royal Marines on my Desert Island list.

  • @davidharris4062
    @davidharris4062 2 місяці тому +2

    The best military band in the world, my cousin was a Trombone player in the Royal Marine Band for 30+ years…………that was absolutely superb

  • @carladulaney5901
    @carladulaney5901 3 місяці тому +14

    As an American I was blessed to live in England for 10 years and got to experience the Queen’s Birthday Parade in person. Amazing presentation and honor to be sure !!!

  • @tcscroller
    @tcscroller 3 місяці тому +4

    no one does it better than the Royal Marine Bands

  • @NS-gy2se
    @NS-gy2se 4 місяці тому +19

    Absolutely outstanding

  • @arielcaluza
    @arielcaluza 4 місяці тому +16

    Watching from saint lucia,but im from philippines,ilove it❤❤❤

  • @mickemike2148
    @mickemike2148 4 місяці тому +13

    Wow!
    Cheers from Sweden.

  • @ianfiddes9871
    @ianfiddes9871 4 місяці тому +8

    Absolutely superb performance ❤

  • @millsey7991
    @millsey7991 4 місяці тому +8

    Simply put......incredible!

  • @MilitaryBandsSouthWestUK
    @MilitaryBandsSouthWestUK 4 місяці тому +5

    Was my first time going to this live on the thursday will 1000% be back in 2026 for BR26!! Loved every second by far the best military band in the world unto none

  • @TheSuzberry
    @TheSuzberry 4 місяці тому +11

    This must’ve been wonderful for the folks sitting in the stand. But they don’t get to see all the brilliant choreography. So I don’t envy them. Memaw in Annapolis.

  • @GenociderF65
    @GenociderF65 3 місяці тому +6

    Impecable!! Magníficos músicos y gran precisión en todos los movimientos y marching. Congratulation

  • @AlanSmith-w9c
    @AlanSmith-w9c 4 місяці тому +6

    How DO they do it?? They just get better and better!! 😊

  • @gnomerboi4289
    @gnomerboi4289 4 місяці тому +5

    Utterly Inspirational

  • @iron6mai6den63
    @iron6mai6den63 4 місяці тому +9

    That May it Be performance was amazing

  • @malcolmpym507
    @malcolmpym507 Місяць тому +1

    Magical. what a wonderful precision display by Our Boys and Girls. Thank you

  • @garymilne8900
    @garymilne8900 4 місяці тому +30

    listening to this , makes me truly feel the age of our nation and the influence its had on the world,

  • @muziekkorpsen-marchingbands
    @muziekkorpsen-marchingbands 4 місяці тому +22

    Royal Marines thanks for the wonderful video 👍👍Greeting from the Marching Band Channel of The Netherlands 🎵🎶🎵🎶

  • @greldaiselachavezvelez7549
    @greldaiselachavezvelez7549 3 місяці тому +7

    Blessings from Mexico to your H. Country ❤❤❤

  • @SallyHamilton-cv2ss
    @SallyHamilton-cv2ss Місяць тому +5

    God bless people of England ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @emstirling-is4nu
      @emstirling-is4nu Місяць тому +1

      Thank you....don't forget the rest of us in the UK, all our boys and girls are in there.

  • @crstuff9677
    @crstuff9677 4 місяці тому +10

    Who was that amazing singer, what a brilliant voice, could listen to her all day

  • @achmattassiem-om5le
    @achmattassiem-om5le Місяць тому +5

    Very smart.greetings from South Africa