Communities gathered on Thursday, at Truce Tree, in Ga-Segonyana, in the Northern Cape, for a clean up.
The Progressive Association of Women (an NPO) in Kuruman, led the clean up, at the location of the historic tree, in Kuruman, Northern Cape.
The Truce Tree, a significant historical landmark, was instrumental during the Second Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902).
Under this tree, a ceasefire agreement was reached between British forces and Boer commandos, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict and leading to a temporary truce in the area.
A treaty was signed under this tree, between General JC Kemp who surrendered to Capt. JP Frylinck, on 8 November 1914.
The treaty guaranteed the safety of the government forces in return for a free passage through Kuruman. The rebels were also allowed to replenish their supplies. This camel thorn tree stands proud on the side of Seodin Road and holds history under its branches.
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