Brand South Africa issues statement on xenophobic attacks

Brand South Africa has joined the rest of the country in condemning the acts of violence that have been levelled against some foreign national residing in some of the nine provinces of South Africa.

We assure all our partners in the continent that South Africa stands firmly against all intolerances such as racism, xenophobia, homophobia and sexism. As such security forces are hard at work around the clock to protect vulnerable communities in the country.

 

The country remains true to its founding ethos that any problems or issues of concern by South African citizens must be resolved peacefully and through dialogue.

Brand South Africa assures our partners that South Africans are generally not xenophobic; this is attested to by the high number of foreign nationals who have been successfully integrated into communities all over our country, in towns, cities and villages.

Preliminary work done towards resolving this current challenge indicates that the root causes are socio-economic issues that have been raised and are being attended to by all South African role players.

Brand South Africa expresses its sincere sympathies to the regrettable loss of lives and injuries suffered during this unfortunate occurrence.

We are one Africa bound by many areas of commonalities and our spirit of UBUNTU (humanity – I am because you are) will prevail even under the trying circumstances.

 

PHOTO: GUINNESS UNVEILS WORLD'S LARGEST JERSEY FOR SUPER EAGLES

This news should make up for our dismal performance yesterday. Guinness Nigeria, as part of its unwavering support for the Super Eagles at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) holding in South Africa, has unveiled the world’s largest jersey.

Made in the colours of the Nigerian national team, the jersey which is believed to be the largest jersey ever with a size 275.5 by 249.9 square meter was unveiled at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, on Monday, 21st January, 2013.

Commending Guinness Nigeria for the achievement, Dr Abiola Awonuga the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Sports and Youth Development who represented the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, said

“We are pleased to support Guinness Nigeria Plc in their quest to boost the Super Eagles’ dream of lifting the 2013 Nations Cup in South Africa.”

Also, the Guinness Marketing and Innovative Director, Mr. Austin Ofomba believes the jersey will be transmitted to the Eagles. “It’s going to be preserved because it is a big monument for us. We’re going to celebrate this jersey beyond the Nations Cup and I believe Eagles will continue to fly.” He affirmed.

FIXTURES FOR THE 2013 AFRICAN CUP OF NATIONS (AFCON)

The 2013 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) will kick off in 2 days time.

To be hosted by South Africa, the winner of the tournament will qualify for the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil. The fixtures are below. Goodluck to Nigeria and other countries.

1) Saturday 19 January 2013

South Africa Vs Cape Verde Islands (18:00)

Angola Vs Morocco (21:00)

2) Sunday 20 January 2013

Ghana Vs Congo DR (17:00)

Mali Vs Niger (20:00)

3) Monday 21 January 2013

Zambia Vs Ethiopia (17:00)

Nigeria Vs Burkina Faso (20:00)

4) Tuesday 22 January 2013

Ivory Coast Vs Togo (17:00)

Tunisia Vs Algeria (20:00)

5) Wednesday 23 January 2013

South Africa Vs Angola (17:00)

Morocco Vs Cape Verde Islands. (20:00)

6) Thursday 24 January 2013

Ghana Vs Mali (17:00)

Niger Vs Congo DR (20:00)

7) Friday 25 January 2013

Zambia Vs Nigeria (17:00)

Burkina Faso Vs Ethiopia (20:00)

8) Saturday 26 January 2013

Ivory Coast Vs Tunisia (17:00)

Algeria Vs Togo (20:00)

9) Sunday 27 January 2013

Morocco Vs South Africa (19:00)

Cape Verde Islands Vs Angola (19:00)

10) Monday 28 January 2013

Congo DR Vs. Mali (19:00)

Niger Vs Ghana (19:00)

11) Tuesday 29 January 2013

Ethiopia Vs Nigeria (19:00)

Burkina Faso Vs Zambia (19:00)

12) Wednesday 30 January 2013

Algeria Vs Ivory Coast (19:00)

Togo Vs Tunisia (19:00)

13) Saturday 02 February 2013

Winner Group B Vs Runnerup Gp A (17:00)

Winner Group A Vs Runnerup Gp B (20:30)

14) Sunday 03 February 2013

Winner Group D Vs Runnerup Gp C (17:00)

Winner Group C Vs Runnerup Gp D (20:30)

15) Wednesday 06 February 2013

Winner Q/F 3 Vs Winner Q/F 2 (17:00)

Winner Q/F 1 Vs Winner Q/F 4 (20:30)

16) Saturday 09 February 2013

Loser SF1 Vs Loser SF2 (20:00)

17) Sunday 10 February 2013

Winner SF1Vs Winner SF2 (20:00)

Open chat