A flash flood hit Willowmore in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday night turning rivers and streams into raging torrents. Police spokesperson, captain John Fobian, says around 80mm of rain fell in the town and surrounding district in just 30 minutes. He says a full assessment of the situation will be made on Thursday morning but there were no reports of injuries or damage.

A historic guide on Willowmore as a trading and farming community, its historical buildings and farms. It also features tourist attractions and selected accommodation in and around the town.

The Sewefontein Wild Fig Tree Forest and Seven Fountain hiking train is now open. Two guides are on duty between 08:00 to 17:00 to take visitors on guided walks.

Steytlerville's annual Rainbow Festival is a celebration of all the good things in life. Join our quaint little town as we uncover the colours of the Karoo and put on a display of the best local talent.

Day Nine of the PETZL Rock and Road EC 2009 was pretty much frikking radical. The finals were held in the chilly shades of Water Kloof, the exceptional crag that has now been opened up to the SA climbing world. Trust me, once you’ve read this you will be ear marking the Eastern Cape as a true climbing destination.