Biosphere reserve on the edge of the Karoo rethinks growth
These initiatives foster pride in local culture and encourage stewardship of natural resources.
How forgotten folklore could be the Karoo's next tourism product
As the tourism industry chases authenticity and slow travel, the Karoo sits on a goldmine of forgotten folklore.
Water spirits of the Karoo: how do we interpret the San's mermaid rock art?
The idea of water spirits may have emerged not just from imagination, but from memory - ancestral, geological, spiritual.
Monetizing silence in South Africa's heartland
As the world leans in to listen, the Karoo's quietude speaks volumes.
Is the Karoo the unseen star of South African cinema?
Authenticity is what draws storytellers here, as the Karoo speaks volumes without uttering a word.
Carnarvon sees astro-tourism in its stars
The Astros' meteoric debut at the IAU Assembly put the Northern Cape on the global astro-tourism map.
How AfrikaBurn ignites the Tankwa's economy
While the festival's core ethos discourages on-site commerce, the surrounding communities experience notable economic benefits.