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. >>

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. >>

Austin Kieffer

[2026-02-20] Austin Kieffer is the premier American face of modern surfski racing. A former elite whitewater slalom kayaker, he transitioned to the ocean in 2012 and rapidly ascended to the top of a sport historically dominated by South Africans and Australians. >>

2026-06-15

Paddle sports event attracts hundreds to historic Hangzhou waterway

2026-06-12

Vaikobi joins ICF to foster global expansion of 2026 Canoe Ocean Racing World Series

2026-05-27

ICF applauds Queensland's bid for the 2030 World Paddle Games, anticipating a AUD$200 million economic boost