Sixty kilometres of hope for Philippolis children
What makes 'Love Philippolis' unique is its commitment to being rooted in the town it serves.
News
Updates and stories impacting the Karoo and its people.
Government pushes Karoo shale survey to phase 2
Minister Gwede Mantashe has stressed that the Karoo survey is part of a broader strategy to reduce South Africa’s reliance on imported fossil fuels.
Tariff pressures bite into Karoo ostrich leather trade
A downturn in leather exports could ripple through the regional economy, hurting not only farmers and factory workers but also ancillary services.
Construction begins on the Khangela Emoyeni wind power station in the central Karoo
The Khangela Emoyeni Wind Power Station is on track to begin operation by mid‑2026.
Karoo Times rolls out as an independent publication
The goal is not to mirror national news, but to offer content that reflects what matters in the Karoo.
Literacy hour at the Rotary eClub of the Karoo brings new hope to Galeshewe learners
Without strong reading foundations, children face ongoing academic and social barriers.
Karoo lamb GI gains traction, strengthening export outlook and local integrity
Although the GI registration was finalised in late 2023, the current phase in 2025 is about implementation.