The art of the roosterkoek: a bread that built a region
Tourists visiting the Karoo seek out authentic food experiences, and roosterkoek often tops their list.
Culture & Heritage
Exploring local creatives, historical roots, and cultural identity across the Karoo.
The forgotten Karretjiemense preserving a nomadic way of life
The challenge lies in defining what “protection” means for a community that is defined by movement.
Karoo Origins Fossil Centre opens in Graaff-Reinet
The establishment is expected to bolster tourism in Graaff-Reinet, often referred to as the "Gem of the Karoo."
Pierre Jacobs tells a story of plants and place
“People don’t come here to see Sandton. They come here to feel something real.”
How crime fiction writers are reimagining the semi-desert
Crime writers are increasingly turning to the Karoo as the perfect setting for slow-burn thrillers and psychological noir.
Finding the spirit of stillness in the Karoo
The Karoo offers a deeply spiritual journey through time and dust.
What the new Karoo table tells us about slow food
What defines the new Karoo table is not a single dish, but a set of values.