International Celebration Day

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World Book Day is a celebration of stories, knowledge, and the power of books to inspire curiosity and understanding and also celebrated in South Africa. For the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA), books are more than just publications—they are vessels of memory, experience, and discovery, connecting people to the remote and remarkable environments of […]

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HistoryR.S.A.

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What traces do Antarctic voyages leave behind? A newly digitised collection in the Antarctic Legacy Archive sheds light on early South African expeditions through materials gathered by the late Captain Kenneth McNish, master of the research vessel R.S.A. To mark World Heritage Day on 18 April, ALSA is pleased to highlight this recent addition to […]

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HistoryNews

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It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Tony Williams on 24 March 2026. At the same time, it is a privilege to reflect on his life and his lasting contribution to South Africa’s Antarctic and sub-Antarctic legacy. (Photo Above: Tony Williams and Wandering Albatros chick on nets. Credit: Graham Tilbury) Tony […]

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