Background: After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjugation of the native inhabitants. The Boers resisted British encroachments, but were defeated in the Boer War (1899-1902). The resulting Union of South Africa operated under a policy of apartheid - the separate development of the races. The 1990s brought an end to apartheid politically and ushered in black majority rule.
July 31st 2009Africa » South Africa » North West Today was my first day of sightseeing. I had hoped to get a feel for the country by taking a city tour of Johannesburg but the trip wasn't running. I opted instead for a full day's safari at Pilanesbe ... 15 photos[full story]
July 18th 2009Africa » South Africa » North West » Zeerust » Madikwe Game Reserve As we are currently stranded in Namibia and have an ADSL line, thanks Theresa. Its about time for a few updates. Its true getting married does change you, for instance it made me forget all about writ ... 32 photos[full story]
June 21st 2009Africa » South Africa » North West » Potchefstroom Been sooo long I know!! Pretty much doing back to back courses, been sooo awesome. I’m honestly having the time of my life out here, I really don’t want it to end, and I can’t believ ... [full story]
June 21st 2009Africa » South Africa » North West Been sooo long I know!! Pretty much doing back to back courses, been sooo awesome. I’m honestly having the time of my life out here, I really don’t want it to end, and I can’t believ ... [full story]