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Solo Drakensberg hike turns into fight for survival

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By Citizen Reporter

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13 August 2026

06:09 am

Hussain Kotwal was rescued after becoming lost during a solo hike.

Hussain Kotwal was rescued after becoming lost during a solo hike. Photos: Berg Protection Services / Supplied

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