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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Soweto, a significant locality within South Africa, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Soweto, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude -26.26781 and longitude 27.85849, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 1632 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 1,695,047 people, Soweto holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPL underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 06. It is further organized within the JHB subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Mpanzaville, Souehto, Soueto, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Soweto are synchronized to the Africa/Johannesburg timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Mpanzaville
Souehto
Soueto
Sovetas
Soveto
Soweto
sou~eto
soweto
suo wei tuo
swwtw
swytw
Σοβέτο
Совето
Соуэто
סווטו
سويتو
სოვეტო
ソウェト
索韦托
소웨토