Nigeria is an African soccer powerhouse. For ages, the country that some call the “Brazil of Africa” has been the most popular footballing nation boasting some of the finest talents. However, the country’s integrity is under a cloud after the well-publicized scandal on age-cheating involving the Under 17 national team.
By Andrew Kabuura - 11 October 2010 - Audio
During the World Cup final Uganda was shaken by two bomb attacks. In total there were 74 deaths. The attacks were claimed by the Somali militant group al-Shabaab, which has links with Al Qaeda. During the disaster, the African journalist Andrew Kabuura was at one of two places where a bomb exploded. He had recently been in South Africa working on reports for the Twenty Ten project. On a rugby field, he was watching the final match on the big screen when all hell broke out.
By Andrew Kabuura - 28 July 2010 - Latest news
Gun trafficker’s South African dream doesn’t come true.
By Andrew Kabuura - 29 June 2010 - Audio
A report about a Burundian who has faced the dark side of the World Cup and could face it more after the tournament.
By Andrew Kabuura - 24 June 2010 - Audio, Race, reconciliation and xenophobia
A hatred of foreigners could overshadow the hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup once the final whistle of the tournament is blown. A considerable chunk of the foreign population here in South Africa has been spending sleepless nights since the tournament kicked off. Local media and politicians have reportedly claimed the riots could happen again and past mistakes be repeated.
By Andrew Kabuura - 16 June 2010 - Race, reconciliation and xenophobia, Text
Football in Uganda used to attracted a massive following, but all that has changed since English Premier League matches became available to Ugandan viewers on satellite television.
By Andrew Kabuura - 23 April 2010 - Audio
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