Agulhas Current

How much do you know about the ocean?

National Marine Month is under way in South Africa, and it is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the country's unique, geographic position. The ocean economy has the potential to alleviate poverty and create jobs. But how much do you really know about our seas?

Gallery: Celebrate Marine Month in South Africa

National Marine Month is celebrated from 1 to 31 October in South Africa; it's a time when protecting the country's marine resources comes to the fore. One of the reasons to take action is because the oceans feed us. Learn more about our seas by viewing our gallery.

US firm, Durban talk ocean energy plan

US independent power provider Hydro Alternative Energy is in talks with the City of Durban on plans to develop a world-first project that would harvest hydrokinetic energy from the fast-flowing Agulhas current off South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal coastline.

SA’s new Antarctic research ship

South Africa and Finland have signed a R1.3-billion (US$171-million) deal to build a new Antarctic supply and research ship for the country.

Le climat et le temps en Afrique du Sud

Region subtropicale, temperee par un ocean sur les trois cotes du pays et par l'altitude du plateau interieur, elle presente des conditions chaudes et temperees si typiques de l'Afrique du Sud et tellement appreciees des visiteurs etrangers.