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Smoke in greens and browns was let off to make the shape of Africa while dancers put on a show dressed in traditional costumes from Algeria to Zimbabwe. -- PHOTOS: AP, AFP, REUTERS
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The two-week Confederations Cup is being used as a warm-up event for next year's World Cup - the first to be played on African soil.
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Dancers perform during the opening ceremony of the FIFA Confederations Cup at Ellis Park stadium in Johannesburg.
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The rhythmic beat of a drum marked the start of the opening ceremony at Ellis Park, capturing the energetic and homegrown spirit of African football.
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Supporters of the Bafana Bafana, the South African national football team, cheer in the stands
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Smoke in greens and browns was let off to make the shape of Africa while dancers put on a show dressed in traditional costumes from Algeria to Zimbabwe.
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The opening ceremony featured about 700 children - black and white - and included performances by well-known South African artists.
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