VOICED: South Africans make last-grab for World Cup tix

In South Africa, there is a rush to purchase World Cup tickets as they become available over the counter for the first time. Previously, tickets were only accessible online or through banks, which was challenging for many locals. Organizers hope this new approach will increase sales, as only 2.2 million of the 3 million tickets have been sold. To encourage more local attendance, FIFA has increased the availability of cheaper tickets.

What challenges did many South Africans face in purchasing tickets before the new system was implemented?

What was the reaction of the organizers regarding the ticket sales situation?