# marion island (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover marion island. Page: Feed: --- ## [Stellenbosch University’s Sunskill Centre Marks 10 Years with Launch of Robotic Surgery Training](https://thenewspaper.co.za/stellenbosch-universitys-sunskill-centre-marks/) _2026-08-22 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ A decade of pioneering medical excellence reached a landmark milestone as Stellenbosch University (SU) celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Sunskill Surgical Skills Training Centre. To usher in its next era, the Centre officially launched high-tech robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) training, cementing its status as a leader in healthcare innovation across Africa. A Legacy of Excellence \[…\] ## [Wellington Cellar Triumphs at 2026 SA Young Wine Show](https://thenewspaper.co.za/triumphs-at-2026-sa-young-wine-show/) _2026-08-22 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ On 21 August at Elsenburg Agricultural College in Stellenbosch, a wooded Pinotage from Wellington Cellar was crowned the SA Champion Young Wine of 2026, taking both Best Pinotage and the prestigious Genl Smuts Trophy for overall winner. This marks the third overall win for Wellington Cellar, having previously claimed the trophy in 2018 (also with \[…\] ## [Marion Island Base Reactivation: Why SA’s Sub-Antarctic Mission Matters More Than Ever](https://thenewspaper.co.za/marion-island-base-reactivation-why-sas/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ The successful Marion Island base reactivation by the M83 team aboard the S.A. Agulhas II marks a major milestone for South Africa’s polar research program following the evacuation of the previous team earlier this year. Situated in the Southern Ocean, this remote base serves as a crucial hub for South African scientific operations in the \[…\] ## [Café Playbook: Why Western Cape Coffee Shops Are Becoming Community Playgrounds](https://thenewspaper.co.za/cafe-playbook-why-western-cape-coffee-shops/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ There was a time when a Western Cape coffee shop needed to do only three things right: brew a decent flat white, offer fast Wi-Fi, and keep a few croissants behind glass. Not anymore. Across the province—from Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard to the Winelands and the Garden Route—the traditional café model is undergoing a massive \[…\] ## [Tasting the Stories of the San: A Culinary Journey at !Khwa ttu](https://thenewspaper.co.za/a-culinary-journey-at-khwa-ttu/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ !Khwa ttu is located along South Africa’s West Coast off the R27 highway—just an hour’s drive north of Cape Town near Yzerfontein and Darling—offering a dining experience like no other. Housed in an original farmhouse built over 200 years ago, the restaurant is far more than a place to eat. It is an immersive celebration \[…\] ## [Two Unmissable Art Experiences Take Over Plett ARTS Festival 2026](https://thenewspaper.co.za/experiences-take-over-plett-arts-festival-2026/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ Get ready to immerse your senses! The coastal crown jewel of the Garden Route is preparing for an unforgettable celebration of creativity as the Plettenberg Bay Arts Association (PAA) unveils a thrilling dual-exhibition lineup for the upcoming Plett ARTS Festival 2026. Running from 25 September to 4 October, this year’s festival brings a dynamic visual \[…\] ## [Western Cape’s New Realm of Remote Luxury: Discover Kuganha in the Karoo](https://thenewspaper.co.za/remote-luxury-discover-kuganha-in-the-karoo/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspaper · The Newspaper |_ There is a quiet revolution taking place in the Western Cape’s travel sphere. Modern jet-setters are shifting away from rigid, scheduled itineraries and crowded communal spaces in search of something far rarer: unhurried time, absolute privacy, and total restoration. Rising to define this new era of travel is Kuganha, an extraordinary sanctuary hidden in the \[…\] ## [SAPRI team departs for Marion Island annual relief voyage](https://www.sapri.ac.za/sapri-team-departs-for-marion-island-annual-relief-voyage/) _2026-08-05 · Rabia Mathakutha · SAPRI_ The South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) team has commenced its journey to Marion Island as part of the annual relief voyage, marking the beginning of another important field season in support of South Africa’s long-term polar and sub-Antarctic research programmes. M83 Overwintering Team This year’s expedition marks the 83rd Marion Island relief voyage (M83) \[…\] The post SAPRI team… ## [Celebrating National Science Month: Science, Technology and Innovation are for everyone](https://www.sapri.ac.za/science-technology-and-innovation-are-for-everyone/) _2026-08-05 · Rabia Mathakutha · SAPRI_ July 2026 marked a significant milestone for public engagement with science in South Africa as the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, officially elevated National Science Week into a month-long National Science Month (NSM), running from 1–31 July. Under the inspiring theme, “Science, Technology and Innovation are for Everyone,” the expanded initiative \[…\] The… ## [SAPRI receives Certificate of Excellence at the launch of the inaugural National Science Month](https://www.sapri.ac.za/sapri-receives-certificate-of-excellence-at-the-inaugural-national-science-month-launch/) _2026-07-22 · Rabia Mathakutha · SAPRI_ The South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) was honoured to receive the Certificate of Excellent Exhibition in recognition of its exhibition and contribution to the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation’s (DSTI) inaugural National Science Month launch, held on 4 July at Vaal University of Technology (VUT) in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. SAPRI is one of the \[…\] The post SAPRI… ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g2OWyFZVZZ5U) _2026-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [SAPRI welcomes its third cohort of Marion Island overwinterers](https://www.sapri.ac.za/sapri-welcomes-its-third-cohort-of-marion-island-overwinterers/) _2026-06-26 · Rabia Mathakutha · SAPRI_ The South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) has been responsible for the long-term monitoring of top predators on sub-Antarctic Marion Island since 2024, taking over from the Marion Island Marine Mammal Programme (MIMMP) and the FitzPatrick Seabird Research Programme. This transition has ensured the continuity of critical long-term monitoring and conservation research on seabirds and… ## [Explore South Africa’s Polar Research & Supply Vessel in 360°](https://www.sapri.ac.za/explore-the-s-a-agulhas-ii-in-360-south-africas-polar-research-supply-vessel/) _2026-06-24 · Rabia Mathakutha · SAPRI_ Step aboard without leaving your seat We are excited to announce the go-live of the S.A. Agulhas II 360 Virtual Tour, an immersive digital experience that brings South Africa’s premier polar research vessel into your hands, anywhere in the world. The S.A. Agulhas II 360 tour opens a new window into polar research, education, virtual \[…\] The post Explore South Africa’s Polar Research & Supply… ## [SAPRI at the 2026 DSTI Budget Vote Exhibition](https://www.sapri.ac.za/sapri-at-the-2026-dsti-budget-vote-exhibition/) _2026-05-27 · Anne Treasure · SAPRI_ The South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) participated in the 2026 Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) Budget Vote Exhibition hosted at Iziko Museum in Cape Town, 15 May 2026. The museum was chosen as the venue due to its role of providing a platform for sharing knowledge and innovation with learners in Cape \[…\] The post SAPRI at the 2026 DSTI Budget Vote… ## [SAPRI inspires public at the Ian Player Magqubu Ntombela Annual Lecture](https://www.sapri.ac.za/sapri-inspires-public-at-the-ian-player-magqubu-ntombela-annual-lecture/) _2026-05-27 · Anne Treasure · SAPRI_ On 09 May 2026, the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) participated in the prestigious Ian Player Magqubu Ntombela Annual Lecture held at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, where members of the public, working professionals, and students gathered for a lecture centred on conservation, environmental stewardship, and social connection. The annual lecture honours the legacy of \[…\] The… ## [Eggshells, fluff and feathers](https://www.sapri.ac.za/eggshells-fluff-and-feathers/) _2026-04-15 · Anne Treasure · SAPRI_ Every year from August to April, Marion Island transforms into a bustling seabird nursery. This remote volcanic island in the sub-Antarctic provides a critical breeding refuge for thousands of pelagic seabirds that spend most of their lives roaming the open ocean. The work of the SAPRI seabird field researchers mainly focuses on closely monitoring Wandering \[…\] The post Eggshells, fluff and… ## [MMP Cohort 3 Workshop: a day of connection, confidence, and community](https://www.sapri.ac.za/mmp-cohort-3-workshop-a-day-of-connection-confidence-and-community/) _2026-04-10 · Anne Treasure · SAPRI_ The Mahlalela Mentorship Programme (MMP), a collaboration between the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI), the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists of South Africa (APECS SA) and the South African Network for Coastal and Oceanic Research (SANCOR), recently hosted a Cohort 3 in-person workshop. The event brought together a vibrant and diverse group of \[…\] The post MMP Cohort… ## [The killer whales of Marion Island](https://www.sapri.ac.za/the-killer-whales-of-marion-island/) _2026-03-18 · Anne Treasure · SAPRI_ Local and global importance of monitoring killer whales The monitoring of killer whales (Orcinus orca) at Marion Island is of great importance both locally and globally. The work done by the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) on Marion Island continues the work of the Marion Island Marine Mammal Programme (MIMMP) and contributes to global \[…\] The post The killer whales of Marion…