From the misty forests of the Eastern Cape in South Africa comes an inspirational football team whose under-16 side has remained virtually unbeaten for three years. Founded seven years ago by local coach Don Green, the Hogsback Lion Cubs is a force to reckon with in the picturesque area.
By Alexia Webster - 18 October 2010 - Photo
Pantsula was birthed in the townships of South Africa in the 1950s. Originally referring to a style of dress, it soon evolved into a cultural expression and later into a dance form. By the 1980s, when the townships were aflame and war had broken out between the Apartheid police and the young men in the area, Pantsula dance was a means of expression for many.
By Alexia Webster - 25 June 2010 - Business and life, Photo, Rich dreams, poor realities
In football, there is a widespread use of collective pronouns such as ‘we’, ‘us’ and ‘our’ when talking about the national team. But what if a country is facing two prolonged and very brutal national conflicts? Who do those collective pronouns refer to?
By Alexia Webster - 14 May 2010 - Photo
Richard Nifasha is a refugee from Burundi who, before fleeing violence in the country, played football for the Burundian national team. He now lives in South Africa, which has laws that prohibit foreign nationals from playing in local clubs unless they have work permits.
By Alexia Webster - 10 March 2010 - Photo
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