More than 150 little penguins have hatched at SANCCOB’s nursery, and it’s a record-breaking milestone for a critically endangered species. South Africa (26 February 2026) – Busy times at…
A good dose of penguin news to start the week! The Seabird Nursery at SANCCOB has all hands on deck, with 17 little African Penguin hatchlings, and more than 200…
As World Environmental Education Day is marked, SANCCOB highlights how teaching young people about clean coastlines and conservation is shaping the future of seabird and ocean protection. South Africa…
Suzelle DIY has always been about doing things yourself, but at SANCCOB, she discovered how powerful it can be to do things together. Western Cape, South Africa (22 December…
Emotional moments as the team at SANCCOB safely releases over a dozen African Penguins. Simon’s Town, South Africa (05 December 2025) – Without the incredible work and commitment from…
After narrowly surviving shark predation, this resilient feathered spirit pulled through! Thanks to the SANCCOB team, an African penguin dubbed ‘AP080’ gets to enjoy the beautiful, happy ending we all…
SANCCOB is standing in the critically endangered African Penguin’s corner, as wild seabirds face a bird flu outbreak. Cape Town, South Africa (07 November 2025) – Cases of Highly…
The dedicated SANCCOB team celebrated the major success of releasing 11 African Penguins back into the ocean over the weekend, offering a touching symbol of hope for these critically endangered…
Thanks to Que and the SANCCOB team, an African Penguin chick has another shot at surviving. Cape Town, South Africa (06 October 2025) – When a fluffy African Penguin…
Cape Town conservation teams have been responding to a avian flu outbreak, urging residents to help protect local seabirds by reporting any sick or dead birds. Cape Town, South…
Where mind meets heart
“It’s humbling to start fresh. It takes a lot of courage. But it can be reinvigorating. You just have to put your ego on a shelf and tell it to be quiet.” — Jennifer Ritchie Payette
