An inside look at the All Whites training sessions in South Africa

The photos of the Rainbow Nation that don't make the World Cup tourist guidebook

Photos from the game at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Photos of the Fifa World Cup fans from South Africa and around the world.

Photos from the game at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Photos from the game at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Jane Phare talks to a South African living in New Zealand who is returning to Cape Town armed with lessons learned from Kiwis.

Photos from the Fifa Soccer World Cup opening ceremony in Johannesburg

The image of Africa in many minds is of a Hopeless Continent - but more than just a football stadium is being reborn.

Our football experts highlight the key matches to look out for as the World Cup gets underway in South Africa this weekend.

Herald photographer Brett Phibbs captures South African youngsters showing their skills in the beautiful game on a dusty pitch next to the All Whites’ training venue in Johannesburg.

JOHANNESBURG - Alexandre Pato is following Brazil around South Africa as a fan after failing to make his country's World Cup squad.