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This is not Kgosi’s House’: The Fight for the Munchu Family Home

On a wall in Orlando East, neighbours have painted a warning: "This house is not for…

My own brother sold our family home. The ‘new owner’ wants me to pay rent in my own family home

On the day she buried her child, Lydia Thotolo came home to learn her family's Orlando…

Orlando East Property dispute heads to High Court: Aunt vs Nephew over Family Home

The Orlando East property dispute over 3890 Hlakutsa Street is now before the High Court. Gogo…

Beat Run set to get Soweto moving as Channel O Launches inspiring Youth Over Everything campaign

The highly anticipated Beat Run is coming to Soweto on Sunday, 12 July 2026, bringing together…

“Please Bear With Us” — Ward 30 Councillor Oshea Molefe pleads with Soweto Residents to stop dumping as Pikitup strike Recovery Plan kicks in

Soweto’s streets are filling up with rubbish and residents are frustrated — but Ward 30 Councillor…

“It’s My House” — Actor Amos Ketlele property dispute in Orlando East heads back to court as family challenges eviction

A property dispute involving South African actor Amos Ketlele and members of his extended family has…

Vilakazi Street Orlando West residents complain about blocked pavements, parking chaos

Behind the vibrant restaurant culture in Vilakazi Street in Orlando West lies a growing frustration felt…

State of the Ward Address: Councillor Tumelo Madiba

Watch the State of the Ward Address by Ward 40 Councillor Tumelo Madiba where he delivered…

WATA Taxi Association wins praise for modest R3 price increase in Soweto

The WATA Taxi Association in Soweto has increased taxi prices by just R3 across all routes,…

Stop the filth, start the cash: Orlando West’s fight against Illegal Dumping

The open space next to Persessco High School in Orlando West has become a battleground —…