/*
Theme Name: Aces & 8's Group — African Luxury
Theme URI: https://acesand8s.co.za/
Author: Aces & 8's Group
Description: Premium South African group website for Aces & 8's Experiences, Training Academy, Bespoke Gaming and African Legacy Experience.
Version: 1.0.0
Requires at least: 6.5
Requires PHP: 8.1
Text Domain: a8g
*/
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