Let’s save the Malgas ferry

Writer: Estelle Durham, Voëlklip

The Malgas ferry must be saved. It is unique in South Africa, set between magnificent wheat fields, providing a scenic link with the coast. Its manual operation offers no obstruction to commercial enterprises but makes itself a memorable tourist money-spinner.

There are faster routes from the N2 to the coast for busy people to choose, therefore no need to discard the hands-on operation.

Examination of the Malgas surroundings shows progressive reduction in rainfall – how much longer will it take global warming to destroy this once glorious haul across a broad river? We can witness the antique spectacle for only a short time longer – let's keep it.

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