How the humble windpump transformed a region
The expansion of Karoo farming during the twentieth century cannot be understood without recognising the role of the windpump. It increased productivity and boosted the agricultural economy that still supports many rural communities today.
The ecology of a farm dam
The secret lives of Karoo owls
The next time a distant hoot drifts across the dark, it is worth pausing for a moment. An owl is beginning another night's work somewhere beyond the reach of the stoep light.
How floodwater transforms a “dead” Karoo landscape overnight
This surprising weather impact is part of what gives the Karoo its strange emotional power as a place of ancient sleep.
How Karoo farmers are turning small plots into big returns
Honey, herbs and other specialised products offer smaller quantities with higher margins for a growing market that values quality and origin alongside sustainability.
How mid-sized Karoo towns power the Eastern Cape economy
Though they might not dominate headlines, mid-sized Karoo towns are indispensable. They connect and sustain, often without recognition.