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The Water Rose, But We Rose Higher: A Reflection on the May 2026 Storms
May 15, 2026
A few days ago, the sky over the Overstrand turned a shade of grey we won’t soon forget. The Cut-off Low of May 2026 brought a relentless force that tested the very foundations of our region.
48 Hours in Swellendam: History, Mountains and Slow Living
March 23, 2026
Just over two hours from Cape Town, Swellendam is the kind of place that invites you to slow down — but never leaves you bored. Perhaps it’s the way the road opens up as you leave Cape Town behind, trading traffic for farmland, mountains and sky. Or the fact that, in just over two hours, you arrive somewhere that feels entirely removed from urgency.
Future Wings and Present Power: Inside the SAAF Innovation Day at Overberg
March 22, 2026
At Air Force Base Overberg near Bredasdorp this past weekend, the South African Air Force (SAAF) opened its gates first to school learners on Friday, 20 March, before hosting a full Innovation Tech Show on Saturday. Across both days, the message was clear: aviation in South Africa is not just about legacy—it’s about continuity.
Your Overberg What’s On Guide for Markets, Music and Easter Weekends
March 20, 2026
From Easter markets and art routes to live music and family-friendly festivals, the Overberg is packed with things to do this season. Here’s your guide to what’s on across the region — and where to be over the coming weeks.
A village worth slowing down for: Baardskeerdersbos Art Route 2026
March 19, 2026
The Baardskeerdersbos Art Route returns from 27–29 March 2026, with a new central hub, a strong line-up of artists and a weekend programme that rewards those who take their time.
A Hike to the Drip Caves, De Kelders meeting Minke Whales
March 18, 2026
There are days along this coast when everything aligns—the light, the temperature, the absence of wind—and the landscape seems briefly suspended in a kind of clarity. This was one of those days.
We set off from Skulpiesbaai beach on a warm 28°C afternoon under an uninterrupted blue sky, walking east along the De Kelders cliffs towards the Drip Caves.
