Is Soweto a suburb

Its name is an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships. Formerly a separate municipality, it is now incorporated in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, and one of the suburbs of Johannesburg.

Is Soweto a suburb

Its name is an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships. Formerly a separate municipality, it is now incorporated in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, and one of the suburbs of Johannesburg.

Is Johannesburg a town or suburb?

Johannesburg, city, Gauteng province, South Africa. It is the country’s chief industrial and financial metropolis. One of the youngest of the world’s major cities, Johannesburg was founded in 1886, following the discovery of gold.

Is Dobsonville a suburb?

Dobsonville is an important but understudied suburb of Soweto. Its roots lie in the “old location” in Roodepoort.

What type of area is Soweto?

urban complex

Soweto, urban complex in Gauteng province, South Africa. Originally set aside by the South African white government for residence by Blacks, it adjoins the city of Johannesburg on the southwest; its name is an acronym derived from South-Western Townships. It is the country’s largest Black urban complex.

What suburbs make up Soweto?

Soweto, which has a population of over two million, contains 37 suburbs. Orlando, Diepkloof, Devland, Dlamini, Mofolo, Zola, Naledi, Protea Glen, Dobsonville, and Jabavu are a few of the well-known suburbs. From modest RDP homes to luxurious mansions, Soweto has a wide variety of real estate.