How innovation shapes Karoo’s shared economical future
Across the region, communities are exploring ways to build on existing strengths and cultural heritage.
Tech & Innovation
New developments in agri-tech, rural connectivity, renewable energy, and digital solutions shaping the Karoo.
Balancing fracking and farming in the southern karoo
Shale gas exploration offers quick‑paying jobs and tax revenue, but possibly at the cost of an irreplaceable agricultural foundation.
Starlink vs SKA: Satellite internet sparks debate over radio astronomy in the Karoo
Starlink’s signals come from above, rendering ground-based protections insufficient.
Karoo shale gas revival seeks U.S. partnership
Despite the economic potential, the initiative faces significant opposition from environmental groups and local communities.
Why the Karoo could be SA's first energy-secure region
The Karoo’s agricultural sector is embracing renewables out of both environmental concern and economic necessity.
The Karoo's quiet tech revolution starts with water
Several major initiatives are already using the Karoo as a launchpad for innovation.
KarooCoin? How wool could power a local crypto economy
KarooCoin, a blockchain-backed token, could be the next leap for SA’s semi-arid heartland.