South Africans president Nelson Mandela insists the World Cup is uniting the nation . Zuma says the national pride on show is of `` priceless benefit '' The World Cup begins on Friday when South African play Johannesburg . If he is there , it will be a bonus for this tournament . Jacob Zuma says he hopes former president Nelson Mandela will attend The World Cup .
South Africans president Nelson Mandela insists the World Cup is uniting the nation . Zuma says the national pride on show is of `` priceless benefit '' The World Cup begins on Friday when South African play Johannesburg . Jacob Zuma says he hopes former president Nelson Mandela will attend The World Cup .