Case Studies
Introduction
The Karoo Winter Wool Festival (KWWF), held on 4–5 July 2025 at Dwarsvlei farm near Middelburg in the Eastern Cape, welcomed over 2,500 visitors for a vibrant celebration of South African wool, creativity, and community. Highlights included live shearing, spinning, weaving, sheepdog handling, and bustling market stalls. This festival continues to boost the local economy and inspire innovation in the wool and fibre industry. With many vendors relying on digital point-of-sale systems, the need for reliable connectivity was more important than ever.
The Challenge
In the past, the Karoo Winter Wool Festival had experienced connectivity challenges due to its remote location, which disrupted vendors’ ability to process digital payments smoothly. The unreliable network coverage had resulted in unstable internet connections, leading to payment delays, long queues and missed sales opportunities. Customers and vendors had expressed frustration, as the situation impacted the overall experience of the event. These issues had clearly highlighted the urgent need for a robust and reliable connectivity solution at the next festival.
The Solution
Q-KON delivered seamless connectivity at the Karoo Winter Wool Festival with a satellite internet solution purpose-built for remote, off-grid environments. By leveraging their cutting-edge Twoobii Smart Satellite Services, Q-KON resolved the internet challenges faced in previous years and provided fast, stable, and reliable connectivity—empowering vendors to process digital payments effortlessly, run point-of-sale systems, and reduce queue times. The result was a smooth, efficient, and enjoyable experience for both vendors and visitors alike.
“Fast, reliable internet made payments easy—no queues, no hassles. Huge improvement!”
— Festival Attendee, 2025
