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The above accounts indicate how the Makgabeng area had been endowed
by the abundance of animal species. But the human activities in that area
marked the beginning of the end of some species in that area, especially
large game.
Earliest human habitation in Makgabeng
The environmental conditions discussed thus far had contributed to the
attraction of various communities in the Makgabeng area. Among the
important environmental/natural features which attracted man were the
mountains which provided shelter and security. As a result, various groups
chose to settle in Makgabeng area. During those times of conflicts, the
Makgabeng mountains became secure strongholds in which various
communities could hide and strategically manoeuvre against their enemies.
In addition to the shelter and stronghold positioning, the high plateau offered
occupying groups strategic advantage to overlook their approaching
enemies. Among the various groups which occupied the Makgabeng, the
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