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South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto uprising
Filed: Jun 16, 2026 at 8:13 AM ET
Summary: South Africa commemorated June 16, 1976 as Youth Day, marking 50 years since the Soweto uprising.
WHO: South Africa
WHAT: Commemorated the 50th anniversary of the June 16, 1976 Soweto uprising as Youth Day
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 6:43 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: The country marked the 50th anniversary of the June 16, 1976 events that are commemorated annually as Youth Day.
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