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Somali Singer K’Naan Loves AR Rahman’s Compositions
K’Naan, the Somali singer and composer, whose World Cup song ‘Wavin’ Flag’ has become the most downloaded international song in India, has shown interest to work with Indian musicians.
South Africa Expecting Good Returns From Investment in the World Cup
South Africa has made good returns on the billions of dollars it has spent to host the continent’s first FIFA World Cup running from 11 June to 11 July, South African President Jacob Zuma said on Tuesday.
Education Summit to Help Tackle Challenges in Africa
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) hopes to use an education summit organized by President Jacob Zuma next week to gather support for its ’1 Goal education for all’ campaign.
Nigerian President Imposes Two-year Ban on International Sporting Activities
Upset by the dismal performance of the Super Eagles in the ongoing FIFA World Cup in South Africa, Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan has imposed a ban on the country’s participation in international sporting events for two years.
Debenhams Organizes World Cup Crèches in Selected Stores Around the United Kingdom
The Debenhams department store chain has organized its own World Cup Crèches in selected stores around the United Kingdom (UK) so that women can shop in peace and the men can watch their beloved team without interruptions.
Gabonese Authorities Establish “Special World Cup” Trade License
The Gabonese authorities have established a “Special World Cup” trade license, allowing licensed premises to remain open beyond the hours stipulated by the regulations. The license “exceptionally entitles” drinking establishment...
Investigations Underway Into Empty Seats At World Cup Matches
FIFA has said that investigations as to why certain seats were unoccupied at the opening match between Bafana Bafana and Mexico on Friday are still underway. It said the ticketing department was looking at a possibility of transport to the stadium as...
South Africa’s World Cup Organizing Committee Boss Pleased with Events
South Africa could not have asked for more in the opening game of the World Cup, the head of the Local Organizing Committee Danny Jordaan said on Friday night. “We could not have asked for more, a capacity stadium, a host nation with a will to win,...
