Towns that invest in developing authentic festivals are often taking a bet of confidence on their local culture and the unique value of their community and its history and environment.
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De Rust plants its comeback with support from Leon Kluge
De Rust still needs its road and it will take time to erase the losses caused by months of isolation. But the malvas represent a new reason to come to De Rust long after the road is open.
Travellers are coming to the Karoo to look at gardens
These ideas are becoming relevant far beyond the Karoo as towns and cities face water restrictions and the cost of maintaining thirsty gardens. The dry garden offers practical lessons for the future.
Steyn Fourie brings West Coast warmth to Victoria West
Fourie’s own understanding of music fits neatly into the legacy of the Apollo Theatre. On Wednesday evening, a little of Velddrif will arrive in Victoria West. The Karoo will provide the company.