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
As part of the Marine Science Field Course, you get to be a part of multiple of Cape RADD’s research projects. Despite not being able to scuba dive, I was able to contribute to most of these research projects. One in particular I grew quite fond of. The project aims Read more
When I joined Cape RADD for my field course with the University of Reading, I expected a unique and amazing trip. What I didn’t anticipate was just how much I would learn in 16 days, or how much I would love every second of it. Between gaining my SSI scuba Read more
At Cape RADD, we offer a SCUBA for Science program, where any SCUBA certified diver can assist us with collecting data in the Great African Sea Forest. Become a Citizen Marine Scientist for the day, learn about the amazing marine life, explore the underwater world and contribute to conservation. All Read more
Citizen science is a tool that uses the collective efforts of ordinary people to contribute to scientific data collection. Although a new term, people have been contributing to science for a long time. Cape RADD utilizes citizen science to collect data while fostering a love for our ocean. One of Read more
When I first signed up for the Marine Science field course at Cape RADD, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I arrived in Cape Town feeling nervous about what the course would be like, whether I’d get along with the people, and if everything would be as amazing as I’d Read more
Video footage of a juvenile oarfish swimming in South Africa
False bay is home to a variety of diverse species. From sharks, whales, dolphins and seals to smaller fish, octopus, star fish, and nudibranchs. The vast amount of life that can be observed here is all thanks to the unique environment of the false bays waters which is an ideal Read more
Finishing my third year as a marine biology and zoology student in the UK, at Bangor University, I quickly realised that the most beneficial way to broaden my career options, was not only to rely on having good grades, but to gain experience working in a marine biology centre and Read more
Cape RADD are compiling footage from our field days out in the ocean of some of the beautiful and under appreciated species of elasmobranch found here in South Africa. The idea behind this series of videos is to raise some more awareness of the lesser known and under researched species Read more