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South Africa marked the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising on June 16, an event considered a turning point in the country's liberation struggle, where over 200 young people protesting apartheid education were killed by police.
Renowned South African jazz pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim has died in Germany at the age of 91 after a brief illness. Ibrahim was a prominent figure in jazz music and an outspoken critic of apartheid, with news of his death reported by German media.
Images show a mob storming a spaza shop in Soweto, interrogating foreign shopkeepers and issuing threats, highlighting ongoing xenophobic tensions.
A powerful theatrical work titled 'Rise ’76' confronts a generation with the legacy of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, exploring themes of testimony, memory, and unresolved grief.
A court has adjourned the case involving Soweto and Frank, which is related to items confiscated during a January 28 protest against the Makoko demolition, to May 8.
President Cyril Ramaphosa's family home in Soweto and surrounding areas have been without water for nearly a week, highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues.
A Lagos court has again adjourned the trial of protest leaders, including Hassan Taiwo Soweto and Dele Frank, who were arrested following protests against demolitions carried out by the Lagos State Government.
Rights groups have petitioned the Police Service Commission (PSC), demanding justice for activist Hassan Soweto, who was allegedly abducted, assaulted, and tortured during protests against forced evictions in Lagos.
South Africa commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, reflecting on the changes since the anti-apartheid protest. The occasion also highlighted ongoing challenges faced by the nation's youth.
Fifty years after the brutal suppression of the Soweto student protest, which remains etched in South Africa's memory, young people continue to advocate for change.
A unique sidewalk gallery in Soweto is bringing South Africa's rich visual history directly to the public, offering an accessible way to engage with the nation's past.
A farm in Soweto has successfully converted school grounds into a project aimed at enhancing food security. This initiative provides fresh produce and promotes sustainable practices within the community.
Nomsa Mazwai is hosting a "sober fest" at the Soweto Theatre for Freedom Day weekend, offering families an experience of music, food, and wellness without alcohol.
An incident involving water has reportedly impacted two residents in the Soweto area of Nairobi, leading to distress.
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South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising, a pivotal moment in the struggle against apartheid. Thousands of students took to the streets in Soweto five decades ago, marking a turning point in the fight for racial equality.
Activist Soweto has been granted leave to serve AIG Jimoh through substituted means in a fundamental rights suit, following allegations of teargassing at a Lagos protest.
A new play titled 'Lest we forget' offers a poignant observation of the historic Soweto Uprising, focusing on the human experiences and perspectives of the event.
South Africa has banned the toxic pesticide terbufos following the deaths of six children in Soweto and hundreds of poisoning cases linked to the chemical.
President Cyril Ramaphosa's family home and surrounding areas in Soweto, South Africa, have been without water for nearly a week, highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges.
The Soweto Gospel Choir captivated audiences in Hamilton with a joyous and emotional performance, filling the venue with their songs.
‘He never stopped being an activist’: Mosiua Lekota remembered at Soweto memorial Daily Maverick