Soweto
Thousands march peacefully in Soweto against illegal immigration
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On Sunday, thousands of Soweto residents gathered for a peaceful march against illegal immigration, highlighting concerns over jobs, resources and community safety ahead of a 30 June deadline set by anti-immigration groups.
Nthabiseng and Gregory Mkhize have spent six years converting an abandoned field at Faranani Primary School in Soweto into a certified organic farm called Siyoyisile Indlala Community Farm and Projects. The couple now sells produce and trains others in sustainable methods. They hold dual organic certification and aim to expand food security efforts in the township.
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An international primary school chess tournament took place on March 7 at Loyola Primary School in Emdeni, Soweto, organised by the Nhlanhla Tshabalala Foundation. Learners from the school competed virtually against a junior chess team from Moscow, Russia, fostering cultural exchange and critical thinking. Two local players finished in the top five.