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8 organisations and counting
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR)
For 75 years, SAAMBR has connected marine science, education and conservation action. Through ORI and uShaka Sea World, we investigate ocean challenges, support the recovery of vulnerable marine animals, and help people understand and care for our marine and coastal environment.
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Ponta do Ouro, Sodwana and Durban
Oceanographic Research Institute (ORI)
Investigating transboundary movements and Marine Protected Area use of threatened sharks and rays in Mozambique and South Africa.
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Durban, Richards Bay, Cape Town and Algoa Bay
Whale Guardians
Whale Guardians works to mitigate ships from unintentionally striking whales and other marine mammals, by finding out where whales meet the shipping lanes and helping vessels plan their routes around them.
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Tinley Manor, KwaZulu-Natal
MetSkill
MetSkill trains the people who run mineral processing plants. As Ocean Active's industry education partner, it helps ocean users understand how mining affects the sea, and helps the mining industry act on it.
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Aliwal Shoal MPA, KwaZulu-Natal
Sea Turtle Research on Aliwal Shoal
Investigating the ecological roles of sea turtles on Aliwal Shoal to better protect these threatened species and their habitats.
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Gansbaai, Western Cape
Dyer Island Conservation Trust
The Dyer Island Conservation Trust works to discover, protect and educate for the long-term conservation of one of South Africa's most biologically important marine ecosystems. Through research, seabird rehabilitation, habitat protection and education, the Trust turns knowledge into practical conservation action.
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Aliwal Shoal
Mission Blue Aliwal Shoal Hope Spot
The Aliwal Shoal Hope Spot is a globally recognised marine conservation priority in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Led through Mission Blue's global Hope Spot network, it brings together science, local leadership and community action to protect an extraordinary marine ecosystem.
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Aliwal Shoal
Wild Alliance Africa
Wild Alliance Africa is a South African conservation organisation working to protect marine and coastal ecosystems through collaborative conservation, citizen science, research, environmental education and community engagement. We connect people, science and practical action to secure a healthier ocean.
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