Karoo Times

How farm schools and dusty playgrounds shape childhood in the Karoo

Parents hope for opportunities that may not exist locally but remain fiercely proud of their children’s roots.
Naomi Roebert

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.
Naomi Roebert

The art of the roosterkoek: a bread that built a region

Tourists visiting the Karoo seek out authentic food experiences, and roosterkoek often tops their list.
Naomi Roebert

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.
Naomi Roebert

SA expands foot-and-mouth vaccination as Karoo remains under watch

Local farming organisations have encouraged producers to adopt stronger biosecurity protocols while awaiting possible vaccination.
Naomi Roebert

How agritourism brings economic diversification through farming experiences

Where boreholes run dry, a sunset supper shared around a fire still nourishes something vital.
Naomi Roebert

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.
Naomi Roebert

Starlink vs SKA: Satellite internet sparks debate over radio astronomy in the Karoo

Starlink’s signals come from above, rendering ground-based protections insufficient.
Naomi Roebert

How cycles of drought forged an adaptive Karoo farming ethos

Drought is not an anomaly in the Karoo. It's an ancient, recurring, and relentless cycle.
Naomi Roebert

Karoo Winter Wool Festival returns to Middelburg this July

The festival will offer hands-on experiences ranging from spinning and knitting to sustainable farming practices.
Naomi Roebert