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South Africa's mercenary town

A report from the Kalahari desert with historian, Angela McIntyre and citizens of Pomfret

A report from the Kalahari desert with historian, Angela McIntyre and citizens of Pomfret. The South African government is hoping to re-settle those who live in the former military town, which is now regarded as the mercenary town of Africa. However many believe the town is not a 'national embarrassment' and should be saved.

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