

This event saw a massive rejuvenation of local resources and infrastructure, a cooperation amongst so many industries, to make it the best, most vibrant, and most efficient event of the century.

In 2004, the international football federation, FIFA, selected South Africa. The bidding process for hosting the tournament finals was open only to African nations. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010. “May we unite to be better prepared,” Drogba said, “and respond to future pandemics more collaboratively as we seek to tell the WHO narrative to global audiences in languages and platforms that are accessible to all. The 2010 FIFA World Cup meant more to South Africa than this time-honoured sport, though. The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. The launch included signing Ivory Coast great Didier Drogba as a WHO goodwill ambassador to promote a healthier lifestyle. The “Healthy 2022 World Cup” aims to create a legacy for future major sporting events, including the 2026 tournament to be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Tedros described Qatari support as “critical to our work” and noted two flights it recently provided to take medical supplies to Afghanistan.įIFA made a $10 million donation to WHO last year, and FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in a video message Monday the state of Qatar was committed to “the safest World Cup ever.” Qatar was a “top 10 voluntary donor” last year, WHO regional director Ahmed Al-Mandhari said. WHO officials on Monday praised Qatar and FIFA for their financial and practical contributions.
