MTV.co.uk News — The FIFA World Cup is finally here with the likes of Shakira, the Black Eyed Peas and Alicia Keys kicking off celebrations in style as they headlined the opening concert in Soweto, South Africa.... more info
ContactMusic — Black Eyed Peas, Shakira and Alicia Keys took to the stage in South Africa to open the World Cup last night (10.06.10).The music stars performed for 40,000 people at... more info
Topix — Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas and other music superstars performed in front of tens of thousands in Johannesburg, South Africa Thursday in a concert on the eve of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — “It's time for Africa,” boomed the voice of the announcer in Johannesburg's Orlando Stadium on Thursday, at the climax of the all-star concert kicking off soccer's World Cup. “It's time for Shakira!” The announcement laid bare an inconsistenc... more info
Pop Crunch — With her signature curly mane flowing and decked out in stunning threads designed by Roberto Cavalli, Shakira performed her 2010 World Cup Theme “Waka Waka (It’s Time For Africa)” on stage during the FIFA World Cup Kick-Off Celebration Concert ... more info
Idolator — It’s definitely party time in Johannesburg today—larger-than-life music acts from across the globe helped get soccer and music fans riled up for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Kick-Off event in South Africa. Shakira shook her hips (’natch), a very pre... more info
Brooklyn Vegan — ...which is being rebroadcast online "shortly" NOW. Other performers include Amadou & Mariam, Hugh Masekela, K'Naan, Tinariwen, Vieux Farka Touré, Angelique Kidjo, Black Eyed Peas, and Shakira.... more info
VH1 News — Joining Shakira's official FIFA World Cup Soccer song 'Waka Waka' are a slew of other anthems by artists ranging from R. Kelly to Bono to Russell Brand. more info
MTV.com News — Skakira's official FIFA World Cup song 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' has much company among 2010 soccer anthems.By Gil Kaufman
Shakira kicks off the 2010 World Cup in Johannesburg, South Africa on Thursday
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ContactMusic — SHAKIRA kicked off her stay in South Africa for the soccer World Cup on Wednesday (09Jun10) by visiting a school to teach her famous dance moves to students.The... more info