SA’s World Cup dream still on track
15 May 2008 - It was to a thunderous applause and tears of jubilation that Fifa President Sepp Blatter announced four years ago that South Africa’s bid to host the World Cup was successful.
When Mr Blatter opened the envelope with South Africa’s name on it, many believed it signified an end to pessimism surrounding Africa and the beginning of new things to come - not just for South Africa, but for the continent.
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Comrades moves for Fifa tournaments
15 May 2008 - Organisers of South Africa’s foremost road-running event – the Comrades Marathon – have resolved to move the competition to make way for the 2009 Confederations Cup and the 2010 Fifa World Cup™ spectaculars.
Ekurhuleni unveils football development project
14 May 2008 - Youngsters living in Ekurhuleni are to benefit from a developmental soccer project to be launched in the area on Saturday.
Interactive 2010 website to update stakeholders
14 May 2008 - As part of an initiative to get 2010 Fifa World Cup™ stakeholders in touch and keep them as up-to-date with preparations and events as possible, South African Tourism (SAT) has launched the SAT Events Portal.
Roadshow highlights 2010 progress
14 May 2008 - A 2010 Transport Roadshow convened by the Minister of Transport Jeff Radebe has revealed that four Johannesburg projects being undertaken in preparation for the 2010 Fifa World Cup™ are on track for completion.
757 Days until the 2010 World Cup™
Gallery: Schools World Cup
All the pictures from the South African Schools Football World Cup Partnership launch in Soweto.
If you have been wondering about the sound that’s similar to that of an elephant and is often heard at many South African soccer stadiums, read on…
2010 Highlights
- 10 April 2008 - Transport Minister Jeff Radebe vows that the first phase of Gautrain rapid rail transport will be completed prior the 2010 Fifa World Cup and within budget.
- 10 April 2008 - The Department of Transport announces that it will submit its 2010 World Cup plan to Fifa for approval by June. The department says its plans for the tournament are well on track.
- 09 April 2008 - Johannesburg residents form "Joburg United" to bolster the city’s support of the 2010 Fifa World Cup.