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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

2010 Close-Ups

Working for one of South Africa’s top national newspapers when the country is preparing to host the FIFA World Cup tournament is a chance of a lifetime for photojournalist, Dudzile Zitha.

By Shabba Kgotlaetsho - 21 May 2010 - Multimedia

Vuvuzela business

The vuvuzela, a wind instrument derived from a Zulu meaning of noise and touted as uniquely African, is bringing big business in South Africa.

By Davison Mudzingwa - 4 May 2010 - Audio

A female football fan

Helen Teye, a loyal member of the Ghana Female Supporters Union, is a lot more than just another football fan. She is also a dedicated wife, a mother of four, a business woman and a devoted member of the Church of Pentecost in her area.

By Amos Gumulira - 23 April 2010 - Photo, Women and the beautiful game

Namibian youth soccer

Namibian soccer youth development programs seem to be yielding the much needed results of giving young soccer aspirants a platform to shine and showcase their talent.

By Uruanaani Scara Johannes-Matundu - 8 March 2010 - Audio