Events

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This week, a special tradition took place on remote Gough Island as the Gough 71 overwintering team officially handed over responsibilities to Gough 72, marking another chapter in South Africa’s proud polar history. The annual takeover function is more than a ceremonial occasion. It symbolises the continuity, dedication and strong sense of community that define […]

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History

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You may currently experience some difficulties when accessing material in the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA) Digital Repository. The ALSA team, in collaboration with Stellenbosch University Library and Information Services, is working behind the scenes to improve the repository and provide a better experience for everyone who uses this important record of South Africa’s […]

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HistoryInternational Celebration Day

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On Heritage Day, South Africans celebrate the people, places and stories that shaped our country. At the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA), that heritage stretches beyond our shores to Marion, Prince Edward, Gough islands, and Antarctica. For generations, vessels from South African ports have carried crews, scientists, support teams and supplies across the Southern […]

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