South Africa was in the international spot light in the summer of 2010 due to the Soccer World Cup -- the biggest single sports event on earth. Crime was curbed due to heightened security durign the days of the event.

Yet the widespread violence which leaves women and children forever traumatized is still very present today. South Africa's horrific HIV/AIDS statistics haven't changed.

We enjoyed the World Cup. Let’s not abandon South Africa and leave its people alone. Let's continue to show our support for the people of South Africa.

It would be a travesty to gloss over the country’s ongoing issues at this crucial time.

This is the time to join in the spirit of Ubuntu. By doing so, we can make a difference one life at a time.