NSRI

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is the charity organisation that saves lives on South African waters – both coastal and inland.

Our goal is to prevent drowning through rescue operations, education and prevention initiatives. SEA RESCUE EMERGENCY: 112 or 087 094 9774

28/08/2026

A family holiday should be about making memories, not worrying about water safety. By bringing our professional lifeguarding services to the newly opened Club Med resort, we are creating local jobs and ensuring your loved ones are in the safest hands possible.

Read the full article on Facebook here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/nsri-marks-a-major-milestone-as-club-med-south-africa-opens-on-the-kzn-north-coast-2/

26/08/2026

Clifford Ireland understands that saving lives as a volunteer is a way of life. And that sometimes volunteers need support. After 33 years of service, one of his proudest achievements is helping to establish vital mental health support for our rescue crews. He proved that people will give everything they have when they feel truly valued.

Discover Clifford's incredible legacy here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/clifford-ireland-three-decades-of-service-leadership-and-saving-lives/

24/08/2026

A Week of Lifesaving Missions: Every week, our volunteer rescue crews answer the call to emergencies across South Africa, from our coastlines to inland waters. Here’s a look at some of the rescues, images, and moments from the past week that reflect their courage, skill, and unwavering commitment to saving lives.

24/08/2026

Whether facing the daunting jetty jump or taking the helm of a rescue boat, students are discovering a world of opportunity on the water. We are actively shaping these future maritime leaders through a proud partnership with the Lawhill Maritime Centre, the GBOBA Bursary Fund and our incredible network of supporters.

Read the full article on Facebook here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/the-nsri-and-lawhill-maritime-centre-preparing-the-next-generation-of-maritime-professionals/

21/08/2026

When a handful of enthusiastic local boaters came together 50 years ago, they were driven by a shared belief that the Zululand coast needed a rescue service. Half a century later, that initial spark has grown into an unwavering legacy of volunteers and families keeping their community safe.

Read the full article on Facebook here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/station-19-richards-bay-celebrates-50-years-of-answering-the-call/

20/08/2026

The National Sea Rescue Institute’s (NSRI) newest Offshore Rescue Craft (ORC), Spirit of Ubuntu, has completed her journey from Table Bay and arrived at her new home at NSRI Station 8 Hout Bay yesterday, 19 August 2026.

Read the full article here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/08/nsri-rescue-vessel-spirit-of-ubuntu-arrives-at-her-new-home-in-hout-bay/

19/08/2026

The work our volunteers do is making an impact far beyond South African shores. We recently travelled to Ghana to share our grassroots approach and learn directly from nine other African nations facing similar water challenges. Sharing this vital knowledge is how we build a stronger rescue network across the whole continent.

Read the full article here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/nsri-shares-expertise-and-learns-from-african-maritime-partners-in-ghan/

17/08/2026

Thirty years ago, the heartbreaking loss of a young boy pushed the Melkbosstrand community to take action. Today, Station 18 celebrates three decades of standing between danger and safety on the West Coast. Our volunteers have proven that from a place of deep tragedy, a lasting legacy of hope and rescue can grow.

Read the full story of their 30-year legacy here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/07/thirty-years-of-service-station-18-melkbosstrand-celebrates-a-proud-legacy/

15/08/2026

On Friday, 14 August, the NSRI hosted its 59th Annual Awards Evening and AGM at Club Mykonos in Langebaan. The evening paid tribute to our dedicated volunteers and courageous individuals who risk their lives to save others on South African waters. It was a celebration of their unwavering commitment and remarkable bravery, recognising the vital role they play in safeguarding lives at sea.
See all of the winners here: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/08/nsri-agm-2026/

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