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      Robben Island

      Robben Island Swim to Raise Funds for Children with Autism

      Robben Island Swim to Raise Funds for Children with Autism

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_August 7, 2026August 7, 2026 761 0

      Wilna Becker will tackle the 7.5km Robben Island crossing in October to raise funds for a Limpopo centre supporting children with autism and other neurodiverse learning needs.   Cape Town,…

      Grade 10 Student

      Grade 10 Student Swims the Icy Robben Island Crossing in Honour of Mom’s Cancer Battle

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 4, 2026May 31, 2026 13,088 0

      It takes a special kind of grit to look at the icy, unpredictable waters of the Atlantic and dive in, but Kami Engelbrecht’s 7.5km swim was powered by something far…

      Swimmers Take On 11km Ocean Crossing to Save South Africa’s Sea Turtles

      Swimmers Take On 11km Ocean Crossing to Save South Africa’s Sea Turtles

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 23, 2026April 23, 2026 2,965 0

      This Saturday, the ocean will carry more than swimmers across its surface… it will carry hope for hundreds of vulnerable sea turtles fighting to survive.   Western Cape, South Africa…

      Freedom Paddle

      Freedom Paddle Blends Sport, Smiles and Ocean Conservation

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 955 0

      Paddlers take on the Robben Island challenge while raising funds for surgeries and ocean conservation.   Cape Town, South Africa (17 April 2026) – Come Freedom Day, it’s not just…

      Dr Abraham “Abbey” Mogano

      Taking on South Africa’s Toughest Ocean Swim and Breaking Barriers Along the Way

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 3,113 0

      The Gauteng-based swimmer defied geography and representation gaps to complete one of South Africa’s toughest endurance challenges, while using his journey to support Calling Education.   Gauteng, South Africa (25…

      Carina Bruwer

      Carina Bruwer Completes 12th Robben Island Crossing Alongside Her Daughters

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyFebruary 27, 2026March 2, 2026 1,306 0

      For Carina Bruwer, her 12th Robben Island swim was more than just a personal milestone; it was a lesson in resilience with her young daughters in tow.   Cape Town,…

      Tribal Elders

      Tribal Elders From Around the World Gather in Cape Town

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyNovember 11, 2025November 11, 2025 842 0

      Some of the world’s most respected tribal elders from the Americas, Aotearoa, the Pacific and the Arctic recently gathered in Cape Town for the World Tribal Alliance ORIGINS Gathering.  …

      Luca Amerseder

      Not a Swimmer, But a Hero: Luca Bravely Takes on Robben Island for Ill Patients

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyApril 17, 2025April 17, 2025 1,030 0

      He admits he’s not much of a swimmer, but Luca Amerseder is determined to give the upcoming Robben Island Escape swim his all to support those battling severe illnesses in…

      Nine Swimmers

      9 Brave Hearts Plunge into Freezing Robben Island Waters to Champion Men’s Mental Health

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyApril 9, 2025April 9, 2025 458 0

      Recognising the importance of men’s mental health, nine remarkable individuals, the “Current For Cause Team,” are embarking on an extraordinary challenge in their Speedos to uplift the vital work of…

      Henderson family

      Cape Town Family Makes A Splash And Raises Over R12,000 For Project Rhino’s Art Campaign

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyFebruary 4, 2025February 4, 2025 522 0

      The Henderson family took their passion for rhino conservation to the next level, braving the chilly waters of the Robben Island Swim to support Project Rhino’s “Let Our Children Be…

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