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Marakale – “Place of Sanctuary” for nature
The name Marakele means “place of sanctuary” in Tswana, and after driving through the town of Thabazimbi to get here, I’d certainly agree with that moniker. In fact, looking back on my Year in the Wild, I don’t think I’ve seen such a contrast between industrial degradation and pristine nature.
Anglo American’s iron ore mine almost surrounds the town, and entire hillsides have been carved out, while mountains of detritus have been dumped right next to natural bushveld. It’s difficult to
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