SSR Vol5 FIFA- WC-SA

This venue, to me, symbolises hope. It forms part of FIFA’s Football for Hope project, whereby we encourage education, healthy and uplifting societies.”, said FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter

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There were memorable renditions ranging from Qongothwane, made famous by the late Miriam Makeba. There were songs attached to the cultural dances, as Didi sang by North Africa’s Khaled paid tribute to the six African teams (the most ever to be represented at a FIFA World Cup). A large size replica of the official Adidas World Cup ball (the Jabulani) was rolled out and followed by a huge beetle. The segment ended as the beetle left the field while displaying its football skills with the official Adidas “Jabulani” ball. Large pieces of cloth were then systematically woven in an effortless motion in dance and in song. It ended with the performers putting together the map of the continent of Africa for display.

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