United Nations support elevates a local solution to a global model
The initiative could not only transform the Karoo’s environment but also offer a blueprint for how degraded lands in other arid and semi-arid regions can be brought back to life.
Naomi Roebert
The real economics of farm stalls
Successful Karoo farm stalls tend to operate as destinations rather than pit stops.
The light that unsettles the night
The moon is not a decorative element in places like the Karoo, but a participatory element.
Raising children far from cities
In accepting the trade-offs, Karoo families are creating a deliberate future carried forward by children who know where they come from.
The slow drama of a tortoise crossing the road
A tortoise in the road turns a Karoo journey into a lesson in misplaced urgency. For a few minutes, speed loses its authority and there is a small tear in space and time.
What do Karoo towns actually want from local government?
Local economies in the Karoo are fragile and deeply interconnected, and residents are wary of economic promises that ignore this reality.
What it takes to start over in a small farming district
Starting again in a small farming district takes more than enthusiasm. This Karoo Times feature explores the financial planning and community ties that help families rebuild successful rural lives.