Soweto

Orlando Pirates closing in – Kaizer Chiefs to miss out on Basadien? The South African22:38
First Soweto Derby sold out The South African09:42
Nedbank Cup will have a Soweto derby final Africanfootball.com19:44
How US funding cuts are threatening South African families living with HIV Al Jazeera07:57
Gauteng Transport MEC holds prayer session in Soweto calling for end to taxi violence in area Eyewitness News11:22
Mofokeng and Tito amongst four Pirates players at risk of missing the Soweto Derby The South African17:08

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Kaizer Chiefs coach sends stern warning to his squad The South African17:45 23-Apr-25

In the last 7 days

Newly renovated paediatric burns unit at Baragwanath Hospital a ‘huge boost’ Daily Maverick20:20 22-Apr-25

Details of veteran actor Don Mlangeni Nawa's memorial and funeral services Channel24.co.za12:02 22-Apr-25

Good news: Orlando Pirates secure left-back’s future The South African10:55 21-Apr-25

Kaizer Chiefs news: Saleng, Links, Soweto Derby latest The South African10:55 21-Apr-25

Kaizer Chiefs held by resolute Chippa United in Gqeberha Times LIVE18:46 19-Apr-25

First Soweto Derby sold out The South African09:42 19-Apr-25

In the last month

Why the PSL chose Durban for Nedbank Cup Soweto derby final Times LIVE09:10 16-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates to withdraw Mbokazi and his why The South African07:14 16-Apr-25

SuperSportBet launches new casino games, capitalising on Soweto Derby rivalry Financial Mail18:38 15-Apr-25

Itu Khune says Chiefs must prioritise Nedbank final in back-to-back Soweto derbies Times LIVE09:08 15-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates closing in – Kaizer Chiefs to miss out on Basadien? The South African22:38 14-Apr-25

Kaizer Chiefs Transfer News: Another signing from Europe? The South African18:03 14-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs chase R7 million bounty The South African15:21 14-Apr-25

Nedbank Cup 2025: Soweto derby to decide title The South African13:29 14-Apr-25

Cleaner, greener, richer — meet the change-maker creating a better Soweto for all Daily Maverick10:27 14-Apr-25

Nedbank Cup: Soweto Derby to Decide it All Orlando Pirates - Official Site22:06 13-Apr-25

Nedbank Cup will have a Soweto derby final Africanfootball.com19:44 13-Apr-25

Kaizer Chiefs shock Sundowns to set up Soweto derby final against Pirates Times LIVE19:28 13-Apr-25

NGO says government must be liable for spaza shops still operating without licences after 8-year-old hospitalised Eyewitness News16:10 12-Apr-25

Soweto derby tickets on sale now: Here’s how much The South African09:56 12-Apr-25

Mofokeng and Tito amongst four Pirates players at risk of missing the Soweto Derby The South African17:08 11-Apr-25

Taxi violence crisis: MEC Diale-Tlabela unveils bold plan to shut down Soweto ranks Daily Maverick12:32 11-Apr-25

Gauteng Transport Dept wants to merge rival Soweto taxi associations WATA & NANDUWE Eyewitness News08:36 11-Apr-25

How US funding cuts are threatening South African families living with HIV Al Jazeera07:57 11-Apr-25

In Pics | MEC Diale-Tlabela leads march against taxi violence in Soweto Times LIVE19:55 10-Apr-25

Zwane contract saga has Kaizer Chiefs licking their lips The South African13:50 10-Apr-25

Outgoing Orlando Pirates coach opens up on departure The South African13:10 10-Apr-25

Gauteng Transport MEC holds prayer session in Soweto calling for end to taxi violence in area Eyewitness News11:22 10-Apr-25

Chaos as large crowd swamps launch of government’s R500m support fund for spaza shops Daily Maverick09:02 10-Apr-25

Soweto family opens case after son hospitalised from eating snacks bought at spaza shop Eyewitness News06:57 10-Apr-25

GUGU LOURIE: Shovebike is a digital age disrupter in green last-mile delivery Financial Mail04:09 10-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates win R23.3 million The South African19:52 9-Apr-25

‘Daylight robbery’ — Soweto residents voice unhappiness with VAT increase Daily Maverick19:37 9-Apr-25

JMPD warns of traffic disruption around Orlando Stadium ahead of Pirates, MC Alger CAF clash Eyewitness News14:50 9-Apr-25

Makola: This is the right coach for Orlando Pirates The South African11:12 9-Apr-25

From Soweto to England? Pirates duo attract big-name interest The South African11:12 9-Apr-25

Another taxi owner shot dead in Soweto while getting a haircut Times LIVE05:43 9-Apr-25

Pirates keen to get the job done in Soweto Africanfootball.com14:06 8-Apr-25

The Soweto Uprising and South African Exile in Socialist Tanzania History Workshop07:15 8-Apr-25

Family of taxi marshal killed in Mofolo shooting say they warned him about the job Eyewitness News06:55 8-Apr-25

Kaizer Chiefs: Nasreddine Nabi still batting fiercely for Soweto Giants IOL05:52 8-Apr-25

Three taxi association members gunned down in Soweto Daily Maverick21:26 7-Apr-25

South Africa/Malawi: Lucas Moripe Stadium to Host Tuesday's Banyana, Malawi International Friendly AllAfrica17:55 7-Apr-25

Families of taxi marshals shot in Soweto view the bodies of their loved ones Eyewitness News17:10 7-Apr-25

The Soweto dad who earns a living by waiting in bank queues Daily Maverick15:40 7-Apr-25

Soweto residents traumatised after after 3 killings related to taxi industry conflict Eyewitness News14:47 7-Apr-25

Forensic investigators on the scene of Soweto shooting that claimed 3 lives Eyewitness News13:25 7-Apr-25

Taxi-related shooting: Three killed in Soweto Times LIVE11:25 7-Apr-25

Carlos Nodar Paz to coach Orlando Pirates? The South African10:49 7-Apr-25

Three men shot dead in Soweto News2410:28 7-Apr-25

3 people shot and killed in Soweto Eyewitness News09:00 7-Apr-25

Soweto residents join countrywide call against violence towards children Eyewitness News06:58 7-Apr-25

Gauteng traffic police warn road users of traffic disruptions in Soweto ahead of GBV protest Eyewitness News11:26 6-Apr-25

Here’s how many more points Orlando Pirates need to beat Kaizer Chiefs this season The South African10:44 6-Apr-25

Ministers Parks Tau and Stella Ndabeni launch R500 million spaza shop support fund in Soweto, 8 Apr South African Government08:05 4-Apr-25

Soweto residents to picket for justice in Matatiele girl's rape matter Eyewitness News07:51 4-Apr-25

Gauteng Legislature applauds Gauteng police for preventing criminal activities in Soweto South African Government14:12 3-Apr-25

Breaking: Monnapule Saleng set for Orlando Pirates return The South African08:48 3-Apr-25

Ministers Parks Tau and Stella Ndabeni on Launch of the R500 Million Spaza Shop Support Fund in Soweto South African Government08:38 3-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates: Top three transfer targets confirmed The South African12:27 2-Apr-25

Mchunu commends Gauteng police for foiling cash-in-transit heist, robbery in Soweto Eyewitness News09:53 2-Apr-25

Orlando Pirates: Next five games – Champions League and PSL The South African09:23 2-Apr-25

Same Arena, New Mission Orlando Pirates - Official Site17:00 1-Apr-25

‘Sometimes I cry’ — after applying in 1996, Soweto pensioner Emily Mohape still dreams of an… Daily Maverick21:10 31-Mar-25

Kaizer Chiefs to fire Nasreddine Nabi before season’s end? The South African09:11 31-Mar-25

‘She’s a real hero’: Victoria woman cold dipping daily in April to raise money for the Soweto Junior School CHEK News02:26 31-Mar-25

Here’s how many more points Orlando Pirates need to beat Kaizer Chiefs The South African07:45 30-Mar-25

'Dance music's my religion': How house brought a DJ and gospel choir together ABC Online22:17 29-Mar-25

Returning: Compass TV Tonight17:56 28-Mar-25

Congo-Kinshasa: A Force That's Welcome to Soweto but Unwelcome to DR Congo AllAfrica04:02 28-Mar-25

Hundreds of Soweto residents march to Morero’s office demanding RDP houses Eyewitness News11:59 27-Mar-25

Mngqithi's Golden Arrows hunt second league double over vulnerable Kaizer Chiefs IOL10:16 27-Mar-25

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero denies paying influencers to promote his work IOL12:24 26-Mar-25

SAMIDRC: My visit to a force 'welcome to Soweto' but unwelcome to DR Congo The New Times08:56 26-Mar-25

A force that’s welcome to Soweto but unwelcome to DR Congo The New Times04:32 26-Mar-25

This rhino orphan was saved from a prison at two years old. Now she's given birth to five calves Wheels2403:47 26-Mar-25

Kaizer Chiefs Transfer News: Four to five new signings The South African18:51 25-Mar-25

Toxic storm brewing in Soweto’s Snake Park neighbourhood Mail & Guardian Online14:36 25-Mar-25

South Africa: The Toxic Storm Brewing in Soweto's Snake Park AllAfrica10:33 25-Mar-25

Chiefs target scores two goals for Benni McCarthy’s team The South African05:49 25-Mar-25

R25-million and six years later, Soweto centre still needs millions to be completed Ground Up03:34 25-Mar-25

The toxic storm brewing in Soweto’s Snake Park Bhekisisa02:31 25-Mar-25

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Latest news on Soweto (South Western Townships), covering developments in Johannesburg's largest township, including local politics, culture, tourism, infrastructure projects and community initiatives.

Soweto, home to approximately 1.3 million people, is South Africa's most famous township and a vibrant symbol of both the struggle against apartheid and the nation's transformation. Located southwest of Johannesburg, this dynamic urban area has evolved from its origins as a segregated township into a diverse cultural and economic hub.

Recent developments in Soweto focus on infrastructure improvements, including housing projects, road maintenance, and efforts to enhance public transport networks. Local authorities continue to address challenges such as power supply reliability, with ongoing initiatives to upgrade the electrical grid and improve service delivery. Community safety and economic development remain key priorities, with various programmes aimed at supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs.

The township's rich cultural scene continues to thrive, from the bustling Orlando Towers adventure sports venue to the historic Regina Mundi Church. Visitors and locals alike explore the Vilakazi Street precinct, famous for being the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Peace Prize winners - Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The area's vibrant music, art, and food scenes showcase the dynamic spirit of modern Soweto.

Established in the early 20th century, Soweto gained global prominence during the apartheid era, particularly after the 1976 student uprising. The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum stands as a powerful reminder of this history, while sites like Walter Sisulu Square commemorate the 1955 Congress of the People, where the Freedom Charter was adopted.

Our NewsNow feed provides comprehensive coverage of Soweto's ongoing transformation, from grassroots community initiatives to major development projects. Stay informed about this historic township's evolution as it continues to shape South Africa's social, cultural, and economic landscape through our carefully curated selection of news from trusted sources.

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