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 | Published: 23 May 2025

Oceans8: Making Waves for the NSRI and Others in Need

Every June, a different kind of tribute unfolds along Durban’s golden coastline. This tribute takes the form of grit, determination, and countless kilometres swum in the name of charity. We’re talking about the Oceans8 Charity Swim — an inspiring open-water ...

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NEWS  | Published: 21 May 2025

Photo of the month: May 2025

Send us your favourite photograph of NSRI people doing what we do, and you could win an NSRI shop voucher worth R250! Simply email your photo (which should be no smaller than 2MB) to news@searescue.org.za with 'Monthly photo' in the ...

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SURVIVAL SWIMMING  | Published: 21 May 2025

Zinitha’s remarkable journey from fearful beginner to inspiring instructor

When 18-year-old Zinitha Manavele first arrived at the Long Street swimming pool in October 2024, she could barely swim and was scared of water. Less than six months later, she’s a certified volunteer survival swimming instructor inspiring young learners – ...

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 | Published: 21 May 2025

A legacy set to sea: Bay Guardian blessed in Gqeberha

The NSRI’s latest state-of-the-art Offshore Rescue Craft, Bay Guardian, was officially blessed in a heartfelt ceremony at the Port Elizabeth Deep Sea Angling Club beside Station 6 in Gqeberha. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 21 May 2025

A new chapter begins for NSRI’s St Francis Bay Station

It was a proud and emotional day for the community of St Francis Bay as the NSRI officially opened the doors to its newly rebuilt Station 21 and held a special blessing ceremony for two additions to its rescue fleet ...

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SURVIVAL SWIMMING  | Published: 21 May 2025

Starting young: teaching toddlers water safety in Ceres

In a classroom in Ceres, a penguin and a tortoise are helping teach some of the town’s youngest children how to stay safe around water. These soft toys are part of the NSRI’s water safety lessons for children in creches ...