This year, Cape RADD started its first school holiday program by welcoming curious young minds into marine science. We created this weeklong journey, during school holidays, to mix education and excitement, turning our students into real-world research assistants. After completing their SSI Snorkel Diver course, they were eager to explore Read more
We invited ten Grade 12 Marine Science students from Simon’s Town School, to join us for an Ocean Literacy workshop on the 14th of February 2026. It was a day filled with discussions about our oceans, problem solving and learning how to explore the underwater world using snorkeling equipment. This Read more
30 March – 3 April 2026 (During School Holidays) EDIT: This course has completed; the next marine school holiday program will be from the 28th of September to the 3rd October 2026. Are you always looking for holiday activities that do more than just “fill the time”. How about something Read more
When students dream of becoming marine biologists, they often imagine remote islands, coral reefs, or research vessels crossing blue water. But one of the world’s richest, most accessible training grounds for a young marine scientist is found right here in South Africa, specifically along the dynamic coastline of False Bay Read more
Cape RADD researchers Dylan Irion and Mark Fitzgibbon recently presented their research at the 8th Southern African Shark & Ray Symposium in Makhanda, South Africa. Shark and ray experts from multiple Southern African countries attended the event in great numbers. The main themes for the symposium this year focused on Read more
When we think of climate change, images of melting ice caps and rising sea levels often come to mind. But beneath the waves of False Bay, South Africa. The story is unfolding in ways that are harder to spot. Unless you are like us, and spend a lot of time Read more
Cape RADD organised a free guided snorkel on Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day this year, celebrated annually on August 1st. The day highlights the importance of marine reserves and raises awareness about expanding ocean protection. Community members had the chance to explore the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area Read more
This past weekend (22nd February 2025), the False Bay Community gathered at Dalebrook beach for a special Mission Blue event – a day of connection, storytelling, and immersive experiences with the ocean. This event brought together our champion organisations and ocean lovers of all ages to celebrate False Bay and Read more
Are you a high school student curious about a career in marine biology? Join Cape RADD for a Marine Science Open Day, an immersive experience designed to give you a taste of what it’s like to be a marine scientist. We have tailored this experience for students in grades 9–12 Read more
Kelp refers to large brown seaweeds found along South Africa’s west and south coasts, with two main species: Sea Bamboo (Ecklonia maxima) and Split Fan (Laminaria pallida). These underwater forests support diverse marine life and provide valuable bioproducts for industry, e.g. Biofuel, alginates, fertilizers, Bioplastics, Pharmaceuticals etc. Let’s explore how Read more