It is also known as the capture site of former President Jacob Zuma in 1963. He was travelling with other Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) recruits to Botswana for military training. You can also not leave the town without tasting some of its Mampoer and local coffee.
Groot Marico was established in 1850, and years later developed into a town. It was made popular by writer Herman Charles Bosman, who was a teacher back then. It is located along the busy N4 linking the towns of Zeerust and Swartruggens.
The area has a diverse community that makes a living through tourism, mining and agriculture, amongst others.
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