Mining pits are also located to the south. It is uncertain what the source is but this may be a large outcrop or a fire may have denuded these hillsides of their vegetation. Generally the cyan shades indicate bare soil. The false color infrared image has bright pink tones in the lowlands and savannah areas in the southwest and northwest. These trees have exposed trunks and branches, which contribute to the darker red tones.
Shadows also contribute to the dark tones.
Numerous farming plots and pastures are present at the base of the Tswapong Hills. These hills are the source of some of the permanent rivers in these areas and contribute to the irrigation of the numerous fields. Most of these fields are cattle grazing pastures with some crops of maize and other grains and nuts. This area has significant overgrazing problems. Several small villages can be identified around these hills.