St Patrick's Day : What's the craic? ☘

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Millions of people around the world are celebrating St, Patrick's Day ☘

It’s the day when Irish people honour the Patron Saint of Ireland who is rumoured to have banished all the snakes from the republic.

Here in South Africa , its an excuse to get together with family and friends , dress up in your brightest green and enjoy a libation or two.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…

17 Mar 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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