Dreaming Drogba

A young boy dreams of playing football like legend Didier Drogba.

By Ahmed Jallanzo - 25 October 2010 - Photo

A passion for football

Thirty eight-year-old sports retailer and soccer enthusiast, Inoussa Rouamba, has been passionate about football for the best part of his life. He is one of the lucky few who has managed to make a living doing something he enjoys – selling sports equipment.

By Yempabou Ahmed Ouoba - 21 October 2010 - Photo

Hogsback Lion Cubs

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

Former Nigerian Players impact socio-economic development of the country

Over the years, Nigeria has witnessed an exodus of soccer players who left the country to ply their trade in Europe and other rich nations. When these players return upon retirement or represent the Super Eagles in international tournaments, hopes are high back home.

By Uruanaani Scara Johannes-Matundu - 18 October 2010 - Audio

China: Zambia’s football bed-fellow?

Investigating the impact increased Chinese investment in Zambia may have on reversing the country’s football fortunes in the wake of the global credit crunch.

By Kennedy Gondwe - 18 October 2010 - Text

The fight against HIV/AIDS in South Africa

Bafana Bafana might have exited the 2010 FIFA World Cup earlier than hoped, but while Carlos Alberto Parreira’s boys played to nationwide acclaim, another brigade of locals was pursuing an even more treacherous mission.

By Joseph Opio - 14 October 2010 - Text

Elephants play too

In Kenya, even elephants are perfecting their soccer skills at The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. It is not a common sight to see a herd of elephants chasing a yellow football and tackling one another for possession of the ball.

By Stephen Mudiari - 14 October 2010 - Photo

Fanatical Football Pharoahs

Football is an international language. It knows no boundaries. And it is not only the players that are acquiring this language, but also the fans.

By Anna-Marie Jansen van Vuuren - 14 October 2010 - Audio