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The sights, history and people of Venda – almost too amazing to put into words – lure us from the beaten track
It’s not unusual to hear Nguni or a sprinkling of isiXhosa in the western part of Zimbabwe.
Zambia has the friendliest of people, but doesn’t manage to harness tourism income.
Thaba Bosiuis the ultimate monument to the history of the Basotho and their leaders.
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