South Africa 2010 is the first time the World Cup has been staged in Africa . The inaugural World Cup took place in Uruguay in 1930 . This year 's tournament sees 32 nations contest the trophy . CNN teams up with Foursquare for World Cup . FIFA has more than 200 member associations -- more than the United Nations .
South Africa 2010 is the first time the World Cup has been staged in Africa . The inaugural World Cup took place in Uruguay in 1930 . This year 's tournament sees 32 nations contest the trophy . FIFA has more than 200 member associations -- more than the United Nations .