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Vessels & Stations.
S.A. Agulhas II
S.A. Agulhas II is a South African ice breaking polar supply and research ship owned by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
SANAE IV
The first South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) departed in 1959.
Marion Island
The Marion base is used mainly for environmental/biological research, and weather data collection.
Gough Island
South Africa has been operating a weather station on Gough Island since 1956.
SANAE IV
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Expeditions &
Operations.
Voyages to Antarctica, Marion Island and Gough Island take place annually to replenish supplies and exchange personnel.
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The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
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EARYH DAY 2024 – Planet vs Plastics
EARTH DAY Theme 2024 - Planet v Plastics Celebrating our remarkable planet on this extraordinary day. Earth Day is a reminder of the importance of environmental...
The Wanderer Issue 3 now available online
Message form M80 leader to the new team: “I and many will forever be grateful to have been part of the South African National Antarctic Program (SANAP). ALL THE...
Marine Sciences Learners Applications now open Grade 11 and 12
LEARNER (FET) APPLICATION FORM Applications need to be completed by * No late or incomplete applications will be considered. (CLOSINGDATE 19 APRIL) SEAmester VII dates are 24th...
SANAP Research projects 2024-2026
The SANAP research projects approved for the cycle 2024-2026 are represented under the following Marine and Antarctic Strategy themes. OCEAN and Marine Ecosystems under Global...
EARYH DAY 2024 – Planet vs Plastics
EARTH DAY Theme 2024 - Planet v Plastics Celebrating our remarkable planet on this extraordinary day. Earth Day is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. Earth Day symbolises the need to protect our mother nature. It...
The Wanderer Issue 3 now available online
Message form M80 leader to the new team: “I and many will forever be grateful to have been part of the South African National Antarctic Program (SANAP). ALL THE BEST TO M81!!!” - Sandile Nkebe [button...
Marine Sciences Learners Applications now open Grade 11 and 12
LEARNER (FET) APPLICATION FORM Applications need to be completed by * No late or incomplete applications will be considered. (CLOSINGDATE 19 APRIL) SEAmester VII dates are 24th June to 4th July 2024 SEAmester – South Africa’s Class Afloat aims to introduce...
SANAP Research projects 2024-2026
The SANAP research projects approved for the cycle 2024-2026 are represented under the following Marine and Antarctic Strategy themes. OCEAN and Marine Ecosystems under Global Change Antarctic MIZ Observations: Interdisciplinary approaches to resolve seasonal sea-ice...