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Graham Howes
 | Published: 21 November 2025

In memory of Graham Howes: Fundraiser launched to build NSRI rescue boat in honour of kiteboarding icon

The family of internationally renowned kiteboarder Graham Howes has announced a fundraising campaign to build a new National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) rescue boat, which will be named in his memory. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 21 November 2025

In memory of Graham Howes: saving lives, changing lives

Graham Howes lived for the ocean. Known for his fearless riding, sharp wit, and the unmistakable energy he brought to every beach, Graham helped shape modern kite culture in South Africa and around the world. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 20 November 2025

NSRI Witsand Aids Father and Son and Saves Injured Kite Surfer

14 November: At 15h31, Friday, 14 November, NSRI Witsand duty crew were activated following a request for assistance from a local fisherman reporting that he was on his son's boat, with his son, and they were experiencing fuel starvation or ...

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PHOTOS  | Published: 19 November 2025

Photo of the month: November 2025

Send us your favourite photograph of NSRI people doing what we do, and you could win an NSRI shop voucher worth R250! ...

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DROWNING  | Published: 19 November 2025

NSRI urges water safety ahead of festive season

As South Africans head into the school holidays and festive season, the NSRI is urging everyone to prioritise safety when in and around water. With more people visiting beaches, rivers, dams, and spending time in pools, vigilance and good habits ...

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DROWNING  | Published: 19 November 2025

How Schalk Boonzaaier’s childhood dream led to a life of rescue

When Schalk Boonzaaier was four years old, his life’s path revealed itself in the most unexpected way. ...

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RESCUE BASES  | Published: 19 November 2025

Progress continues on ORCs 7 and 8 for NSRI crews

The NSRI fleet is steadily growing stronger as ORCs 7 and 8 move through the final stages of their build, bringing the organisation closer to completing a full renewal of its Class One vessels. ...

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EVENTS  | Published: 19 November 2025

Celebrating one of the NSRI’s most loyal supporters

When Nina Russell tells you she’s turning 100, she does it with a sparkle in her eye and a laugh in her voice. “I never think about age,” she says. “I literally never think about age. I just take each ...

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AD CAMPAIGNS  | Published: 19 November 2025

Support the NSRI through the Woolworths MyDifference Programme Get back

Woolworths has launched MyDifference, its new loyalty programme that replaces MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet. It’s a simple, free way to support the causes you care about, like the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), every time you shop. ...

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DROWNING  | Published: 19 November 2025

Beyond the coast: inside the NSRI’s inland rescue stations

When people think of the NSRI, images of brave crews battling Cape storms often come to mind. But South Africa’s inland dam stations face a unique set of challenges that are just as demanding. From Gariep Dam to Hartbeespoort, these ...

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