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About the Soweto Mountain of Hope
They call themselves the Soweto Mountain of Hope (Somoho), and it is from a nearby mountain, more accurately a hillock, that they hone their artistic skills and tend to the environment, giving a new lease on life to both man and mountain.
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Sounds for all tastes on a Soweto bound train
Boarding a train could be a hair-raising experience but this mode of transport remains a viable, cost-effective and even exciting way of getting around.
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Finding Land for the people of the book
African Independent Churches have long been part of the Soweto landscape, but now they'll be able to apply for land of their own with the new council policy on land.
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Meat for the people
Inmates of Nancefield Hostel slaughter a beast everyday, and clients stream in to buy their relatively cheap meat.
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Life - Soweto style
Life - Soweto Style is a book with vivid photographs that paint a colourful picture of the distinctive style of the township.
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Chancellor House to be restored
THE City has big plans for Chancellor House, the former home of the Mandela and Tambo law firm in the centre of Joburg.
Legend is unforgettable
A MUSICAL on the life of pianist Nat King Cole is scheduled for the Joburg Theatre Complex, with a special ballet performance to raise funds for the South African Ballet Theatre.
William Nicol to close
A SECTION of William Nicol Drive will be closed, preventing access to and from the N1, over the long weekend, as the interchange is converted into a single point interchange.
Inner city housing in focus
THE Inner City Charter Partnership Forum discussed progress in revitalising the inner city, with a specific focus on the residential sector and plans for bad buildings.
Big stars to rock Joburg
MUSIC will begin the World Cup, with a huge concert planned to celebrate the kickoff. Loads of international stars are on the bill.

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