National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI)

[2026-03-06] The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is a non-profit organization that serves as the backbone of maritime safety in South Africa. Run almost entirely by dedicated volunteers, it is the coastal equivalent of a volunteer fire department, operating 24/7 to save lives on both inland and coastal waters. >>

The Doctor (Perth, Western Australia)

[2026-02-18] Australia's premier ocean paddling event. It is a 27-kilometer downwind sprint from Rottnest Island across the ocean to Sorrento Beach on the mainland. The race is famous for the "Fremantle Doctor," a consistent and powerful sea breeze that creates arguably the best and most highly contested downwind surfing conditions in the world. >>

Kenny Rice

[2026-02-13] Kenny Rice is a powerhouse of South African surfski and a member of the elite "Rice Dynasty." As of 2026, he is recognized as one of the few paddlers in history to have achieved the "Grand Slam" of ICF World Titles, winning at the Junior, U23, and Senior levels. >>

2026-02-19

Finding Strength on the Water: The Resilient Journey of Axel Celmanti

2026-02-14

Surfski Shack Paddlers Conquer Historic Durban Seas at 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships

2026-02-14

Maltese Paddlers Shatter Records in Round Gozo Circumnavigation