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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 20 August 2025

Meet the volunteer: Gareth’s journey from Ceres pools to the open seas

Three years ago, Gareth Seroot was working in Ceres when his manager called a meeting that would change his life. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 20 August 2025

Howard Godfrey: 55 years of service and counting

This month, the NSRI honours Howard Godfrey for an extraordinary milestone: 55 years of service, one of the longest of any volunteer currently active in our organisation. ...

Womens Month 2025
LIFEGUARDS  | Published: 5 August 2025

Honouring the Courage and Contribution of Women in the NSRI this Women’s Month

August marks Women’s Month in South Africa, a time to honour the women whose courage helped reshape our nation and to recognise the continued contribution of women across all sectors of society. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 24 July 2025

Celebrating the women of the NSRI

The women of the NSRI serve with determination, skill and compassion – not to break boundaries, but because they belong here. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 15 July 2025

Siyabonga Mthethwa: The dancer and the rescuer

There’s a rare kind of person whose presence makes you feel safe and inspired. Siyabonga Mthethwa is one of those people. A Class 4 Coxswain, Drowning Prevention Instructor, KZN Water Safety Coordinator – and a ballroom dancer – his journey ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 17 April 2025

Bravery in the surf: NSRI lifeguard honoured for rescuing a UK tourist at Wilderness Beach.

Wilderness – [16 April] NSRI lifeguard Channah van Coller has been formally recognised for her courageous rescue of a swimmer in distress at Wilderness Beach earlier this year. The NSRI Chief Executive Officer’s Letter of Appreciation was presented to Channah ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 17 April 2025

Celebrate Volunteer Recognition Day — Honouring the Heartbeat of the NSRI

Sunday, 20 April, marks Volunteer Recognition Day, a day set aside globally to celebrate the extraordinary spirit of volunteerism. At the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), that spirit has been at the heart of everything we do since our very beginning. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 19 March 2025

Making a difference: How you can volunteer with the NSRI beyond rescue crew duties

When people think of the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), they often picture brave volunteers battling the waves to save lives. However, not everyone realises there are many other ways to contribute to this life-saving organisation. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 13 December 2024

Mark Hughes reflects on 46 years of service with the NSRI

Mark Hughes, a cornerstone of the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), has retired after 46 years of service that began in 1978. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 20 November 2024

NSRI prepares for the festive season: Key insights and station strategies

With the festive season fast approaching, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is ramping up its readiness to manage the influx of beachgoers and water users. ...

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