South Africa Stories

Dikembe Mutombo Inspired By NBA Africa Game 2017 In Johannesburg

Mutombo saw his own jersey worn by fans in South Africa for the game.
Triathlete Gives Up Chance At Gold To Help Stumbling Brother Cross Finish Line

Jonathan Brownlee nearly fell over, but brother Alistair carried him for a silver-bronze finish.
74-Year-Old Grandma Turns 400 Meter Runner Into an Olympic Champ

Wayde van Niekerk captured Olympic gold in Rio and broke a world record, and has 74 year old grandmother and coach Ans Botha to th...
Michael Phelps' 20th Gold Medal Is His Most Emotional

Fueled by rivalry with Chad le Clos, Phelps celebrates and cries.
Appeals Court: Oscar Pistorius Guilty Of Murder

A South African judge reverses an earlier verdict against the Blade Runner.
Grassroot Soccer uses the game to help girls in Africa understand difficult topics

Grassroot Soccer helps girls in Africa
Why This Soccer Field In Khayelitsha, South Africa, Is So Special

Why This Soccer Field In South Africa Is So Special