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When the ocean suddenly shifts from its usual blue to shades of red, brown, or even green, it’s easy to think something strange is happening. However, this natural phenomenon, known as a red tide, is caused by a rapid increase in microscopic algae called phytoplankton. Under the right conditions, these…

South Africa has a rich blend of cultures, traditions, and languages. Many South Africans, including myself, have had to adopt English as their first language because it’s the primary language used in our schools and universities. According to UNESCO, “an estimated 40% of children are not accessing education in their…

A Reflection by Wade Naude I had the privilege of working with two Marine Explorer (ME) groups during 2023. The Marine Explorer programme is a 12-week programme aimed at High School learners and introduces participants to the wonders of the ocean through snorkelling on the Cape Peninsula. The end goal…

A story by Justine Swartz   “I enjoy my work because I get to pursue my passions, which include working with people and imparting my knowledge of nature to them.” World Teacher’s Day is a celebration of the dedicated educators who have positively impacted countless lives through their knowledge and…

We are back with a new blog, and we have exciting news to share with you! Our team has been hard at work behind the scenes the past few months, but we are finally able to announce that we have successfully completed upgrades to our website. It’s out with the old…

My name is Wade Naude. I am a Junior Educator at the Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Education Centre. This is my story of how my love for movement and dance sparked my passion for science communication. I’m from Paarl, a land-locked town, about 60 km out of Cape Town.…

If you’ve spent some time around Cape Town, you might be familiar with those beautiful, calm, crystal-clear ocean days around the Atlantic seaboard. If you’ve ventured further and spent time inside the ocean, you might know that the same tropical crystal clear hues mean frosty water temperatures. But why is…

Cape Point marks the southwestern tip of the African continent, with some of the most breathtaking ocean and coastal scenery in the world. The treacherous rocky reefs surrounding the Point are home to 26 recorded shipwrecks – and probably many more. Sea cliffs rise over 250 meters above the waves…

Christmas is upon us, and with it comes the seemingly inevitable avalanche of unwanted gifts, glittery wrapping paper, and endless plates of festive snacks. Or at least that’s how it used to be, as many of us now realise how our lifestyles impact our planet. Enjoying Christmas more mindfully is…

Koebraa is a lecturer, mom of two and a Muslim woman of colour. She has a PhD specialising in Marine Biology from Stellenbosch University. She obtained her BSc in Marine Biology and Ecology at UCT, as well as her BSc Honours in Zoology and MSc in Conservation Biology. Her love…

Imagine having all the top shark scientists from around the world in one room! Well, in October, I was lucky enough to attend the fourth Sharks International conference in Valencia, Spain and got to do just that! The conference is held every four years, first in Australia in 2010, then…

Just Keep Swimming. A Story by Logan Benjamin My story begins here. My name is Logan Benjamin. I’m an Intern at the Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Education Centre,  and I come from a place which is known as the Cape Flats. Growing up was difficult. I couldn’t play outside…

Celebrating Teacher’s Appreciation Day! 7 Reasons why teachers are incredible.   “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai Teacher’s Appreciation Day may only come around once a year, but let’s be honest: our teachers and educators should be appreciated every day (and…

It’s almost International Coastal Cleanup Day! With just five days to go until the 17th of September, we wanted to share the clean-ups are team will be attending across Cape Town. A brief overview Coastal Cleanup Day was established by the Ocean Conservancy, with the first-ever cleanup event held on…

Celebrating our incredible females at the Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Education Centre   There are a lot of ways to be a woman. For some, womanhood is strength. For others, it’s tenderness. Womanhood might be pushing yourself in school, or in your career or helping to lift others. You…