Just for closure... lol
Drove from Polokwane to Rorkes Drift through Ermelo, Volksrust and Dundee..... all dirt from shortly after Dundee but generally in good condition.
Stopped overnight in Volksrust...a very good idea after a tiring multi day competition.
Stayed at Fugitives Drift Lodge and thoroughly enjoyed the stay. The Isandhlwana tour was particularly good.
General comment on driving in South Africa... Was
amazed by the consideration drivers showed (car, truck, whatever) Many one lane each way highways - but with generous tar shoulders - and folks would move onto the shoulder to let you past if you came up behind them going faster. Just brilliant. Flash your
hazards to say "thanks"...they would flash their headlights to say "Youre welcome"...