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Watch: Mama and Papa Joy’s traditional wedding
Superfan Mama Joy Pitaud (née Chauke) shared beautiful moments from her and Papa Joy’s wedding day over the weekend.
Their whirlwind romance, which began in the City of Love during the 2023 Rugby World Cup, blossomed into a joyful wedding in Limpopo.
Papajoy and Mamajoy Mrs Mamajoy Pitaud not Chauke @ChrisExcel102 SA done pic.twitter.com/o2OQCWvlKM
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 14, 2024
The ecstatic couple, who took their fans along on their magical journey, shared stunning photos and videos of their celebration.
Done @ChrisExcel102 pic.twitter.com/z2bKIvulHP
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 14, 2024
Surrounded by close family and friends, they exchanged vows in a vibrant traditional wedding ceremony. Their loved ones witnessed every emotional moment of the union.
Done taken pic.twitter.com/6fIz5KwhgS
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 14, 2024
In the weeks leading up to their big day, the lovebirds enjoyed South Africa’s breathtaking sights.
Staying true to her rugby passion, Mama and Papa Joy watched the Springboks crush the All Blacks during the Castle Lager Rugby Championship in Cape Town.
We enjoyed the game @Springboks Capetown pic.twitter.com/nmzDgbWoQ4
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 7, 2024
Their engagement was as iconic as their love story – at the majestic Cape Point Nature Reserve, where the cold Atlantic Ocean meets the warm Indian Ocean.
He asked something I said yess Papajoy and Mamajoy pic.twitter.com/2BrLZ7ck0K
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 8, 2024
Cape of good PapaJoy asked something I said Yess watch the space pic.twitter.com/ow9xkhAILp
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 8, 2024
Along the way, they dipped their toes in the sea at Lagoon Beach and went shopping in Langa.
Langa township pic.twitter.com/fX8FX6S1uu
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 9, 2024
At Lagoon Beach enjoying the Sunset with PapaJoy what an experience Love lives here @CityofCT you were good for us thanks for making our love more memorable today is you @CityofJoburgZA let’s what you have coming bye cptwn pic.twitter.com/EuHzl8xkIW
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 10, 2024
They also explored the Cape Winelands, indulging in sumptuous wines in Stellenbosch.
Mamajoy and Papajoy wine tasting at Stellenbosch Spier wine farm if you want to taste wine is the right place to taste. pic.twitter.com/E8t7yUNonF
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) September 9, 2024
They then headed north to Johannesburg.
Of course, Bafana Baf