Get on your bike and pump those pedals for the second cycling challenge in the former township of Soweto. The 2007 event attracted more than 1 700 participants and some very positive responses from serious as well as new Soweto cyclists. This unique event will again welcome cyclists from all disciplines. The 2008 event is planned to take place on Sunday 17 August 2008, with the start and finish at Dobsonville Mall, Soweto. Races include a 25 km "Dikwiel," 50 km fun ride and the main 100 km race. Join Tour de Soweto in celebrating Soweto and sharing it with the world in the same way we have shared our diversity and reconciliation - with the world!

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