Barberton’s flowering trees and the allergy factor
Barberton is almost always in bloom, as the late Dr Dirks so wisely observed. Perhaps the key lies in learning how to manage the pollen, while still appreciating the beauty that surrounds us.
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Here’s why Greenstone Trading Post should be on your Barberton list
Once the historic Impala Hotel, the Greenstone Trading Post is now home to a vibrant collection of local businesses, each adding its own flavour to this restored Barberton landmark.
What every Lowveld resident should know about snakes in the region
Snakes are part of life in the Lowveld, but do you know what to do if you encounter a puff adder, black mamba or spitting cobra in your home?
John Duncan: a life shaped by the De Kaap Valley
From a farm boy known as “Dubula” to a merchant navy engineer sailing the world’s oceans, John Andrew Duncan’s life was shaped by adventure, resilience and deep roots in the De Kaap Valley.
Fresh from the windowsill: how to start a kitchen herb garden in a small space
With a few pots and some sunshine, you can grow fresh herbs right outside your kitchen door.
The Duncan's of Barberton: A family rooted in gold rush history
The Duncan family has been part of Barberton since the gold‑rush days of the 1880s. From early bakeries and stores to generations of local business involvement, their story, to this day, forms an important part of the town’s heritage.
Small steps that make a big difference in healthy living
Healthy living doesn’t have to be complicated. Small daily habits can help manage stress, improve sleep and support both mental and physical well-being.
From Transvaal Hotel to Greenstone Trading Post: the story of Barberton’s old Impala Hotel
Once known as the Transvaal Hotel and later the Impala Hotel, one of Barberton’s oldest buildings continues to tell its story as the Greenstone Trading Post.
🎥 Beat the Barberton sun with a DIY shade-net tunnel
Barberton’s summer heat can be tough on vegetables, but a simple shade-net tunnel can make all the difference.
What is love? A Valentine’s Day reflection
Valentine’s Day is about more than roses and chocolates. It is a reminder to appreciate the people who make life meaningful, partners, friends, family, and even ourselves.
Our door is open: Barberton and beyond
Calling Nelspruit residents: If your school, club, church or business has an upcoming event, send it to us and we’ll add it to the De Kaap Echo community calendar. Let’s keep the Lowveld connected.
Barberton’s hidden gems, small businesses worth rediscovering
Barberton is filled with hidden gems, small businesses we pass every day but don’t always stop to appreciate.
Barberton XCM picking up speed
Known today as the Barberton XCM Mountain Bike Challenge, the event is deeply rooted in the town’s sporting and community heritage and has become synonymous with endurance, scenic beauty and community spirit.
One man’s rubbish, another’s rose bed: upcycling old tyres into garden planters
One growing trend that has taken root in towns, villages and plots alike is the creative upcycling of old tyres into colourful garden planters.