The legacy of Cornelius de Waal in Williston’s cemetery
Williston’s tombstone route did not begin as an attraction. It grew out of need, shaped by the work of Cornelius de Waal and the stories carried by Tant Alie.
Naomi Roebert
The hidden value of Karoo plant life
The Karoo's indigenous plants tell a story of ingenuity. From water-saving adaptations to traditional medicinal uses, this region offers powerful lessons for a changing world.
The Karoo takes on its new role as a wellness destination
The irony is that a region once seen as too remote or too still is now becoming sought after for those very qualities, so that the growth of wellness retreats serves to highlight the Karoo's existing qualities.
How Richmond became the Karoo’s book town
Richmond's story demonstrates that authentic success does not require heavy infrastructure but can be built slowly, guided by passion as much as by planning.
The last empty place? Rethinking wilderness in the Tankwa Karoo
The Tankwa asks patience and a willingness to look beyond first impressions. Those who arrive expecting spectacle may leave underwhelmed. Those who stay long enough often discover something lasting.
Interior wakes to winter conditions after sudden temperature drop
For those living and working in the Karoo, the main takeaway is not simply that winter is approaching, but that its arrival may be less predictable than in the past
Can the Karoo region get in on the pistachio boom?
Not every part of the Karoo will suit pistachios, but the conversation itself is one of change, suggesting a region willing to test its limits while maintaining practices that have sustained it.