Moving to the Platteland

Downsizing to the Karoo

Semigration to the magical Karoo region of South Africa is not for sissies – but

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A Six-Pack of Karoo Books

Classic Karoo reading, from colourful coffee table books to an in-car guide, from armchair inspirations

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Shopping in Small Town South Africa

Offbeat retail encounters in the platteland.

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Karoo Zoom Towns

Why are urban South Africans heading back to the platteland?

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Moving to a Small South African Town

The big decision: to leave the city and move to a small town in the

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The Magic of a Small Town

Small town South Africa decoded by author Julienne du Toit.

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Farm Box from a Boervrou

How social media, the can-do spirit of Cradock and the galvanising effect of the coronavirus

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The Karoo – A Creative Sweet Spot

South Africa’s semi-desert Karoo region is perfect for unleashing your creativity. Here are some people

A Family Business in the Platteland

The sensational Diesel & Crème Vintage Diner in Barrydale on Route 62 in South Africa

Do I Emigrate or Do I Semigrate?

South African emigrants are often looking for an escape from crime, crumbling infrastructure and a

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