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29.08.10 One and a Half Marathons Run for Soweto Connection
On Sunday 29th August, John and Finn Lannon took part in the Galway City Marathon to raise funds for Soweto Connection and their partner groups in South Africa. John took part in the half marathon, and Finn ran the full 26 mile marathon through the streets of Galway. Finn, who is still only 17,... More |
06.05.10 Two teacher school wins Shout Out to Sean prize
Tiny Attyrory National School from Co. Roscommon have been drawn as the winners of the Limerick-based Soweto Connection's ‘Shout Out to Sean’ competition. More |
11.03.10 The Children of Philani Sing for Sean McGowan as he Rows Across the Atlantic
The Children of Philani, for whom Sean McGowan is rowing across the Atlantic, wrote a song to encourage him. Their song is in Xhosa, but here we have the words translated into English. You can also watch them sing the song! More |
26.01.10 Couple ask their Wedding Guests to Give to Soweto Connection
A South African and Irish couple who will get married in April have decided to ask all of their guests to donate to Soweto Connection instead of buying them a gift. More |
07.01.10 Families in Thulumtwana, Orange Farm say Thank You!
Families in Thulumtwana, Orange Farm expressed their gratitute to Soweto Connection in letters received over the Christmas period. More |
10.12.09 Table Quiz night in Limerick a big success
Thanks to all who supported the annual Soweto Connection Quiz night. Over 1,400 Euro was raised, all of which will go to benefit our partner groups in South Africa and their clients. More |
04.12.09 Raphael Centre Commemorate World Aids Day
Soweto Connection's partner organisation the Raphael Centre in Grahamstown (South Africa) held their World Aids Day Commemoration on Friday the 27th of November. About 400 people attended the ceremony which took place at the Cathedral of St Michael and St George. The theme was "Universal Access... More |
19.11.09 World Aids Day 2009
World AIDS Day 2009 on December 1st is an important reminder that HIV and AIDS still pose a huge threat to people all over the world. The theme, which is 'Universal Access and Human Rights' addresses the critical need to protect human rights and attain access for all to HIV prevention, treatment,... More |
25.10.09 Power of Women and Children launch New Website
The Power of Women and Children (PWC), one of Soweto Connection's partner groups in South Africa, has just launched its new website. More |
28.09.09 Schools Asked to Cheer Sean McGowan Across the Atlantic
Limerick oarsman Sean McGowan and the charity Soweto Connection announced their Shout Out for Sean appeal this week with a visit to Knockea School in Ballyneety. Sean plans to become the first Irishman to row across the Atlantic solo, starting in December of this year. In doing so he will raise... More |