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.
Buying a farm in 2026: dream vs reality
Buying a farm in 2026 is a balancing act between rising costs, new agricultural strategies and the everlasting emotional pull of the land. Despite the challenges, people continue to buy farms, not always rationally, but with conviction.
The surprising wildlife of the Sutherland Plateau
The Sutherland Plateau may look barren at first, but it holds a surprisingly rich and complex web of wildlife. From silent predators to hidden nocturnal activity, this is a terrain that reveals its secrets slowly.
How a small fox helps protect grazing land across the Karoo
While the fox's presence may go unnoticed by travellers speeding along gravel roads, its nightly work contributes to the health of the veld itself.
8 Fascinating facts about the Karoo biome
The Karoo may look harsh and empty, but it keeps remarkable secrets. From ancient fossils to spectacular night skies and plants found nowhere else on Earth, this unique biome reveals far more than meets the eye.
Small mysteries of the Karoo
These everyday details reveal how closely life in the region is affected by climate and earth.