Africa Media Online

World Cup stories that go beyond sports reporting

Thousands of journalists have descended on South Africa for the World Cup, but the question is how many will dig deeper to provide stories that go beyond mere sports or superficial events coverage? The 126 African journalists of the Twenty Ten project are tasked with telling Africa's stories more fully and with unique perspective. 14 Jun 2010 10:30

2010 security wake-up call; optimism after Angolan attack

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] The deadly attack late last week on the bus carrying Togo national team in Cabinda, Angola, has fuelled Afro-pessimism in the West and raised concerns about South Africa's ability to host a secure 2010 FIFA World Cup, but the country's authorities remain confident that all will be well and end well. 11 Jan 2010 10:16