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“Happiness” By Alexis Jordan Selected As FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011 Official Song
FIFA and Sony Music Entertainment have announced that “Happiness” (Dave Aude Remix) by 19-year-old singing sensation Alexis Jordan (Star Roc/Roc Nation/Columbia), has been chosen as the Official Song of the upcoming FIFA Women’s World...
Getting Our Attention
I was not surprised that the selection of the next two World Cup venues would be the lead story when I saw the BBC World Service News this afternoon on Public Television. Since I did not particularly care who would win this competition, particularly...
South Africa to Share World Cup Expertise with Brazil
A South African delegation, comprising the Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies and at least 30 companies, are headed for Brazil, the next FIFA World Cup host, where they will share expertise in infrastructure projects.
FIFA Suspends Nigeria Football Federation Over Government Interference
The FIFA Emergency Committee on Monday suspended the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) with immediate effect on account of government interference.
Heritage Day to Celebrate South Africa’s Hosting of World Cup
South Africa’s national Heritage Day this year will honor the contribution made by all South Africans in making the 2010 FIFA World Cup tournament a success, Cabinet said on Thursday.
‘World Cup Made South Africa a Better Place’
The 2010 FIFA World Cup made a big difference in all South Africans’ lives Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe said on Wednesday.
Kicking HIV Out of Nairobi’s Slums
On a dusty football field in Mathare, one of the largest slums in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, young boys chase a rough, home-made ball. Their coach, Elias Mwangi, 21, a former drug addict, hopes football will not only keep the boys away from crime but...
Heritage Month to Deepen South Africa’s Humanity And Unity
South Africa’s Arts and Culture Minister Lulu Xingwana has urged people to use Heritage Month to deepen the country’s humanity and unity like they displayed during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
