Africa...... the land of oxymorons!

This past weekend Hubby and I took the kids to a Private Game Lodge called Bakubang. Our almost 2 hour trip took us through a pretty little town called Hartbeesport. The houses are built on the side of the hill and overlook a large dam. The views are beautiful.
Below.......... Hartbeespoort Dam and it's little town.

Below....... One of the Hartbeespoort houses and it's spectacular view!

We also drove through a local township. Although the community was extremely poor, we could see that they took pride in their town. The roads weren't strewn with litter (this is unusual for Africa!) and their gardens were neat and well kept.
Below...... this house had a much loved hedge all around it!


Below...... we have the Tea Room or Cafe.

Below.............The locals make their money from the passing trade..... us! Naartjies, avocados and oranges galore!

Below........ we saw quite a few donkey-driven carts.

Below.......... The local school.

Below....... a memento to take home for your backyard?!

What always humbles me, is to see the people living in these conditions smile and joyfully wave to us as we wizz past in our smart SUVs!!

Love Fifi
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