South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, a key event in the anti-apartheid movement. - Over 200 students were killed by police on June 16, 1976, protesting apartheid education.
- The day, now Youth Day, sparked wider resistance and global attention. - Survivors and experts highlight ongoing youth challenges: inequality, unemployment, poverty, and substance abuse.
- Historians note the uprising's political significance has been diluted by celebratory events. The legacy of the uprising endures, but young South Africans still struggle for a better future.