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Vessels & Stations.
S.A. Agulhas II
S.A. Agulhas II is a South African ice breaking polar supply and research ship owned by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
SANAE IV
The first South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) departed in 1959.
Marion Island
The Marion base is used mainly for environmental/biological research, and weather data collection.
Gough Island
South Africa has been operating a weather station on Gough Island since 1956.
SANAE IV
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Expeditions &
Operations.
Voyages to Antarctica, Marion Island and Gough Island take place annually to replenish supplies and exchange personnel.
Team Structure.
Supplies.
The Voyage.
Living at the Station.
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Discover.
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
Team Photos.
Research.
Newsletters.
Legacy.
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Latest News.
DFFE Press Release: H5n1confirmed on Subantarctic Marion Island
High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (H5n1) confirmed on Subantarctic Marion Island Press Release by the Department of Forestry Fisheries and the Environment: 23 March 2025 The...
Celebrating World Meteorological Day 2025: Honoring the Meteorologists of SANAP’s Overwintering Teams
Each year, on March 23rd, the global community observes World Meteorological Day, commemorating the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950. This day...
Departmental response to Sunday Times article related to Antarctica
Links to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment’s response to the Sunday Times article on Antartica
Introducing the SANAE 64 Overwintering Team for 2025-2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) proudly announces the members of the SANAE 64 Overwintering Team, who will be stationed at the SANAE IV research base in...
DFFE Press Release: H5n1confirmed on Subantarctic Marion Island
High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (H5n1) confirmed on Subantarctic Marion Island Press Release by the Department of Forestry Fisheries and the Environment: 23 March 2025 The presence of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus on Marion Island has been...
Celebrating World Meteorological Day 2025: Honoring the Meteorologists of SANAP’s Overwintering Teams
Each year, on March 23rd, the global community observes World Meteorological Day, commemorating the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950. This day highlights the pivotal role meteorology plays in ensuring the safety and well-being of...
Departmental response to Sunday Times article related to Antarctica
Links to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment’s response to the Sunday Times article on Antartica
Introducing the SANAE 64 Overwintering Team for 2025-2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) proudly announces the members of the SANAE 64 Overwintering Team, who will be stationed at the SANAE IV research base in Antarctica for the 2024-2025 season. These dedicated individuals will brave the extreme...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
