South Africa fights rape crisis (CNN)
Alexandra township, north of Johannesburg, is a densely populated melting pot with some of South Africa’s worst social ills. Poverty, unemployment, HIV/Aids and crime.
Beckenbauer on South Africa (FIFA)
German legend Franz Beckenbauer chats with FIFA.com on his recent experiences in South Africa and looks ahead to South Africa 2010.
South Africa Posts Unexpected Trade Surplus of 2 Billion Rand (Bloomberg)
June 30 (Bloomberg) — South Africa posted its first trade surplus in more than two years in May as a recession slashed demand for imported machinery.
South Africa to Appeal Suspension Given to Bakkies Botha (Bloomberg)
June 30 (Bloomberg) — South Africa will appeal the two- week suspension given to lock Bakkies Botha for foul play in the Springboks’ win over the British and Irish Lions three days ago.
South Africa/Botswana: Successful Hosting Should Make Africans Proud (AllAfrica.com)
The success of the just-ended FIFA Confederations Cup is conclusive proof that in spite of critics’ scepticism, South Africa is capable of hosting the 2010 World Cup.
Criminals Find Easy Prey in South Africa’s Urban Poor (New York Times)
Crime in South Africa is commonly portrayed as an onslaught against the wealthy, but it is the poor who are most vulnerable: poor people conveniently accessible to poor criminals.
Constant Fear and Mob Rule in South Africa Slum (New York Times)
Crime in South Africa is often portrayed as an onslaught against the wealthy, but it is the poor who are conveniently accessible to criminals.
South Africa’s World Cup puts dreams in sight for African footballer (AFP via Yahoo! News)
The modest apartment of Ulrich M’Boume Dioba has a clear view of one of South Africa’s World Cup stadiums, an image of hope for the young Gabonese footballer but also a stinging reminder of his struggles.
South Africa union strike to affect World Cup stadiums (The Star)
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – South Africa’s biggest union said on Tuesday 50,000 construction workers would launch a strike over pay from next Wednesday, halting work across the economy including on stadiums for the 2010 soccer World Cup.
South Africa: BMW M Concept from a Designer Worth Watching (Edmunds.com)
PRETORIA, South Africa — A talented South African, Idries Noah, is making international waves with his eye-catching car designs. The latest is a concept for a BMW two-seat sports car with a look inspired by waves.
