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Burundian Hairdressers

Like many other Africans who come to South Africa, Burundian nationals are often slapped with the reality of high unemployment rates. Many of them go into informal trades like hairdressing to earn a living.

By Arnaud Thierry Gouegnon - 11 October 2010 - Photo

Mixed Feelings

For Diepsloot dwellers who had no tickets, the Fan Park was the closest they could get to a stadium atmosphere. However, there was a lot more at stake for them than a mere victory for South Africa, they were cheering for a better life. So what does the 2010 FIFA World Cup mean to people living in Diepsloot, one of Johannesburg’s deprived townships?

By Selay Marius Kouassi - 15 June 2010 - Text

Overbooked Bus

The FIFA World Cup is within reach for Africans continent-wide and the eyes of the world will be on South Africa when the showcase kicks off on June 11. Many Ugandans are eager for the historic tournament to begin and those who are not already in South Africa plan to make the road trip by coach from Kampala.

By Denis Dibele - 9 June 2010 - Text

In the shadow of Green Point Stadium

A look at a small group of homeless people who live in the shadow of the new Green Point Stadium in Cape Town.

By Samantha Reinders - 28 May 2010 - Multimedia, Photo