Makarapa

The Makarapa (of Makarapa helmets, singular: Lekarapa ) is an original ornate plastic helmet. It belongs to the typical South African Fanausstattung. Sports fans spend hours trying to paint their Makarapa in the colors and with the arms of their club or to glue. This often giant glasses or shields be worn with sayings. Although it is not known exactly who invented the Makarapa, the origin of the idea usually Alfred Baloyi is attributed. In the meantime, can be found in South Africa already several Makarapa artists who can achieve a modest income with your creations.

The origin of the term Makarapa is in the late 70s or early 80s. Originally, this was used in South Africa slang for immigrant miners. Today, the term is synonymous with decorated miners' helmets. The Makarapa fulfills three objectives: it is merchandise, individual work of art and protection in the stadium, as before beer bottles at the same time.

The Makarapa was already in the award of the Football World Cup 2010 in Zurich this. In September 2009, Sepp Blatter a Makarapa was presented as a gift during a FIFA inspection. The price of an artist - makarapas is 130-200 margin, about 15 euros.