World Cup

Soccer Hero Namesakes

During the 1994 Soccer World Cup, many parents named their children after football legends of that time. The likes of Romario, Silva, Henry and Ronaldinho inspired mothers and fathers to give their children a legacy that they might one day live up to.

By Samantha Reinders - 9 December 2010 - Photo

Bodybuilder bouncer

Following in the footsteps of businessmen, bodybuilders from around Africa hoped to cash in during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. But just how did they intend to capitalise on this unique opportunity?

By Espera Donouvossi - 9 November 2010 - Photo

Twenty Ten documentary: Through our own eyes

The documentary Through our own eyes features three African journalists working to contribute to journalism and the news about their continent. As the 2010 World Cup approached, they had the unique opportunity to tell their own story.

By Carly Diaz - 18 October 2010 - Latest news

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

Pele’s Predictions

Ghanaian legend Abedi Ayew speaks out about his successful sons.

By Kennedy Gondwe - 26 September 2010 - Future stars and yesterday's heroes, Text

No Redemption

Football fans are, by their very nature, a notoriously fickle lot. Yet even by prevailing standards, fans in Africa are capricious to a fault.

By Joseph Opio - 24 September 2010 - Text

News from Behind the Scenes: An interview with Simone Scholtz

An interview with South African photographer and multimedia journalist Simone Scholtz about her work and experience with Twenty Ten.

By Carly Diaz - 23 September 2010 - In the media, Latest news

Greg Marinovich presents a dynamic image of Africa at Lowlands University

Twenty Ten editor in chief, Greg Marinovich, was invited to open Lowlands University with a lecture about Twenty Ten.

By Frederiek Biemans - 14 September 2010 - Latest news