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The Soweto townships are known for their violence and crime. But now amidst reports of looting and raids, the sounds of a classical music collective provides an alternative soundtrack for its youth.
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Nearly 20 years ago Nelson Mandela came to power in a great surge of hope, pledging to his people that the massive wealth of South Africa would be used to lift the poor black majority out of poverty and subordination. But the nation he fought so hard to create is slowly disintegrating. Violence is commonplace, unemployment is out of control and the ruling ANC government is accused of rampant corr…
As the world mourns Nelson Mandela, this report asks, what will be the legacy of the leader who abolished apartheid? And what lies in store for a South Africa still wrestling with its demons?
In the dawn hours of the 21st of March 1960, Robert Sobukwe left his home in Soweto and began the 5km walk to Orlando Police Station. In so doing, he was putting into action his nation-wide call for a decisive non-violent campaign against South Africa's 'pass laws'.
After climbing an electricity pylon in search of a bird's nest, William woke up in hospital to find that both his arms had been amputated. This touching report follows his determined recovery in rural SA.
A film showing the damaging and destructive effects of the drug, 'crystallised methamphetamine', or 'tik', is having on the younger population in suburban communities of Cape Town and how the authorities are trying to combat the problem.
This uncompromising investigation asks what the World Cup really means for South Africans. Who actually stands to benefit from the millions of dollars invested? And what will South Africa be left with after the trophy is lifted and the applause dies down?
Four eight year old children in a forgotten corner of a South African township invite us into their daily life at school. Whether they are the bullied or the bullies, their heartbreaking confessions reveal the roots of violence in their society.
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