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.
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.
Why the off-season Karoo is the best time to go slow and breathe deep
Travelling through the Karoo in late autumn means cooler days, softer skies, and fewer tourists.
How the Karoo's isolation forged some of SA's greatest minds
From pioneering surgeons and radical thinkers to authors, engineers, and scientists, the Karoo has produced brilliance.