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Southern Africa

Tundavala Gap Tundavala Gap is situated on the rim of the great

escarpment called Serra da Leba. It is located some 12 miles (18km) from the city of Lubango, in Huíla province, Angola. The escarpment marks the western limit of Bié Plateau. The altitude at the rim exceeds 7,217 feet (2,200m), while the plain below is approximately 3,937 feet (1,200m) lower. The impressive view from the gap stretches for miles. The rugged terrain is popular with climbers and hikers.

reconstruction boom and resettlement of displaced persons has also led to high rates of growth in construction and agriculture, although much of the country’s

infrastructure is still damaged or undeveloped from the long civil war. In 2016 Angola was hit by drought, causing high food prices and malnutrition .

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