Organisers of the FIFA World Cup, taking place in South Africa in exactly 36 days, say the country should brace itself for the mother of all ceremonies ahead of the opening match on June 11.
Standing on the newly laid pitch with its signature arch soaring overhead and the 56 000 permanent seats all in place, one can almost see the crowds taking their seats and the excitement mounting in Durban's dramatic new multi-purpose stadium.
Kirsten Nematandani has been elected unopposed as the new president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), following the withdrawal of 2010 LOC Chief Executive Officer Dr Danny Jordaan and Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza from the presidential race.
Arts and Culture Minister Lulu Xingwana has urged South Africans to take advantage of the infrastructure and economic legacy that will be left after the 2010 Fifa World Cup.
Sports and Recreation Minister Makhenkesi Stofile has joined a list of senior government officials in commending South Africans for their ability to deliver on the world’s major sporting events.
Chairman of the 2010 Local Organising Committee (LOC) Dr Irvin Khoza had the tribute of Honourary Colonel in the Department of Defence Logistics Division bestowed upon him on Wednesday.
