An engaging experience awaited a group of primary school learners as they explored shark behaviour and ocean safety using a variety of interactive tools and games designed for fun and learning by the Shark Spotters team.

Muizenberg, South Africa (28 May 2025) – There’s no better time to learn about nature and its fascinating inner workings than when you’re young and eager.

That is exactly why the Shark Spotters educational team opened the doors to its Information Centre in Muizenberg to the Grade 6 learners from Spine View Primary School for an exciting and educational programme about sharks and ocean safety!

The programme was designed to introduce the youngsters to the fascinating world of shark ecology, with a special focus on shark behaviour.

“Using fun, hands-on tools like shark puppets and real shark specimens, such as jaws, skin, and egg cases, the learners got to see, touch, and explore these incredible creatures up close,” Shark Spotters said.

Learners then dived into a lesson on shark and ocean safety, including a demonstration of how spotting works and the important tools spotters use.

“To test their knowledge, the learners played the Race to Build the Flag game, working together to build all four Shark Spotters flags using puzzle pieces and teamwork.”

In an effort to make sure the young minds were also guided and informed about how to keep safe near the ocean, they also received a featured a practical session by the NSRI on drowning prevention and how to perform CPR.

“This gave the learners important lifesaving knowledge and the confidence to take responsibility for their own safety in and around the water.

“We wrapped up the day with energetic group games like tug of war and grab the cone, bringing big smiles and lots of laughter all around!”

If those bright eyes and wide smiles are anything to go by, it’s safe to say it was certainly an epic day of enviro-learning!

Sources: Shark Spotters

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Paul Sampson’s story is of a young man dealt a hard life as a child but refusing to let it define him. From a challenging past marked by poverty, he has risen to become a champion surfer on the Africa Surf Tour.

Annise, Cote d’Ivoire (28 February 2025) – South African surfer Paul Sampson’s story is one of not just rising from the ashes but going on to soar to great heights!

From days previously spent on the streets or the Muizenberg mountain caves to becoming a top-tier professional surfer, this Muizenberg-based athlete has defied great odds through his remarkable talent, which shines through in the waves.

According to Surfing South Africa, Sampson has made quite a name for himself on the Africa Surf Tour circuit.

His most recent accomplishment is the biggest highlight of his career yet, having secured first place at the prestigious Africa Surf Tour event in Annise, Cote d’Ivoire this month!

We cannot help but overflow with pride at this young man’s win and undeterred grit for going after his dreams and desires despite enduring poverty with his now-late mom and a very difficult start in life.

“My childhood wasn’t perfect, it was quite difficult, but it was all about keeping on going, doing something you actually want to do. Surfing changed me, saved my life,” he shared in a Beatiful News interview.

The Africa Surf Tour, organised by the African Surfing Confederation (ASC), was created to give talented African surfers like Sampson more opportunities to compete, earn prize money, and gain valuable heat experience.

ASC hopes to promote African professional surfing and give surfers, especially those who haven’t yet been discovered, a platform to shine.

Sampson’s victory is a significant step in that direction. His inspiring journey from adversity to triumph serves as a beacon of hope for up-and-coming surfers across Africa.

Sources: Surfing South Africa | Beautiful News

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The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, along with the Roxy Davis Foundation and partners, are throwing a surf therapy party in celebration of International Wheelchair Day at Muizenberg Beach, and it promises to be epic!

Cape Town, South Africa (20 February 2025) – International Wheelchair Day is celebrated on 1st March each year. It’s a day to celebrate the positive impact wheelchairs have on people’s lives and to acknowledge the work of those who support wheelchair users.

This year’s theme is Unstoppable, and it’s all about how the right wheelchair can make you unstoppable and help you reach for your dreams.

This year, the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals is collaborating with the Roxy Davis Foundation and Shonaquip Social Enterprise to celebrate this day through the power of surf therapy and community at Muizenberg Beach in Cape Town.

Together, these organisations are looking to turn the ocean into a giant playground where everyone, no matter their ability, can feel the thrill of the surf!

The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals is a non-profit that works towards training and education of wheelchair providers and advocating for quality wheelchair provision globally.

Shonaquip Social Enterprise is a hybrid social enterprise consisting of Shonaquip (PTY)Ltd, Uhambo Foundation (NPC) and the Champions of Change Trust. Together, they share a joint objective of creating inclusive, barrier-free communities for children with disabilities and their families.

The event is open to anyone who has a permanent or temporary disability and community members who’d like to volunteer their time and support in changing lives. It will bring together volunteers and participants to create a powerful day of inclusion, connection, and surf therapy—where the ocean becomes a space of freedom and joy for all.

Event Details:

The event will be held at Muizenberg Beach on 1 March from 7.30 am

The schedule is:

7:30 am – 8:00 am: Volunteer Arrival

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Training Disability Inclusion & Universal Access Training

9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Surf Therapy Session 1- 4 (5 participants per session)

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Wrap Up

To register for the event as a participant, click here. To register for the event as a volunteer click here.

Sources: Supplied

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If you’ve been overwhelmed by life’s challenges and happen to be near Muizenberg, the Roxy Davis Foundation offers a unique solution: surf therapy! This initiative uses the power of the ocean to improve the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages and abilities.

Cape Town, South Africa (20 January 2025) – Let’s face it: life can get really hard, whether you’re dealing with stress at work, family issues, health challenges, or problems draining your bank account. Sometimes, the best thing we can do for ourselves is to find an escape from all the outside noise and refill our cups.

For those fortunate enough to be by the coast, one such escape can be right in the middle of riding the waves.

By using progressive structured ocean-based therapy programmes, the Roxy Davis Foundation is able to breathe new life into people by improving their mental and physical well-being through the power of surf therapy.

Surf therapy is not just for people with physical or intellectual disabilities. It’s for everyone!

The charity will be hosting a Surf Therapy Clinic on Saturday, 8 February, in Muizenberg (Surfers Corner), Cape Town, where participants can reap great rewards.

Good Things Guy spoke with the foundation’s founder, Roxy Davis, who reiterated that the surf therapy programme offers mental, physical, social, and emotional health benefits.

“This aligns with the International Surf Therapy Organisation’s (ISTO) belief that surf therapy promotes psychological, physical, and psychosocial well-being.

“There is a significant impact of the surf therapy programme on reshaping the participants’ worldviews, both in terms of how children see themselves and how they interact with the world,” Roxy explained.

Volunteers are welcome to support the event and be a part of an incredible movement to build an inclusive community that actively supports people in trying to navigate life and its challenges, both in and out of the ocean.

Keen ocean ambassadors between the ages of 18 and 23 can also sign up for the Ocean Ambassador Course starting on 4 February. The course is designed to inspire, educate, and empower young ocean enthusiasts to become stewards of marine conservation.

To register for the clinic, apply here.

To register as a volunteer, apply here.

For more information, email Info@roxydavisfoundation.org

Sources: Roxy Davis Foundation

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There’s a new treasure in Muizenberg Park thanks to a new playground that the community, who want to see the park thrive, made possible!

Muizenberg Park, South Africa (25 November 2024) — It’s been an exciting year for the Friends of Muizenberg Park who have proven that when people and purpose join forces, a lot of good can happen. From restoring a place of precious memories to the new playground their community made possible; this group have had many victories to celebrate.

Earlier this year, the Friends of Muizenberg Park community made headlines for their Stream Project—a mammoth task that aimed to restore Peck’s Stream from alien vegetation.

This was a project dedicated both to the ecological health of the park and the sentimentality of many people, given the stream’s place in Muizenberg lore as a place of special memories.

It was a mission made successful thanks to a lot of concerted effort. Beyond the increase in value that restoration brought, it also opened the floodgates for new conservation opportunities like the Cape Flats ranger butterfly finding its place in the ecosystem and the overall value increase of the park thanks to the polished aesthetic and subsequent safety.

Now, the new park playground adds another dose of value for children and families.

Celebrated earlier this month, the little playground was welcomed by community members—many of whom made the infrastructure possible through fundraising. A special event was hosted to raise even more funds for the new playground as pancakes became tokens of value tied to the playground’s upkeep.

Now, Muizenberg Park is premised as a place for youngsters to love as much as the older folk, all while basking in the beauty of ecological richness.

Those who want to contribute to the park’s ever-unfolding happy stories are encouraged to join the Volunteer Programme!

You can join the WhatsApp group; stay up to date with what help is needed for the next mini-project, and choose what you’d like to commit to when you can.

Sources: Friends of Muizenberg Park 

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Making a splash for Mental Health Awareness Day in Muizenberg are Waves for Change, which is inviting everyone to be part of an Ocean Immersion session and fundraiser for the vulnerable kids they support!

Muizenberg, South Africa (06 October 2024) — In a tangible effort to make waves for mental health awareness and South Africa’s most vulnerable kids, Waves for Change (W4C) is inviting the public to experience an Ocean Immersion Session at Muizenberg Beach!

This will be an opportunity for the public to experience a form of ocean therapy for themselves, all while supporting Waves for Change’s fundraising efforts to keep serving 2,500 young people weekly across 43 communities in the Western and Eastern Cape.

Waves for Change is a non-profit company that focuses on providing mental health support through surfing. Their intervention is a child-first and friendly, community-based service that offers support to vulnerable kids from underserved areas, many of whom have experienced trauma and are at risk of developing mental health conditions.

“Nine out of ten children in South Africa lack access to vital mental health support, leaving them vulnerable to the devastating impacts of trauma, adversity and neglect,” says Relationships and Event Manager at W4C, Tania Bailey. 

“Children in our communities experience an average of eight traumatic events annually, ranging from violence and abuse to economic hardship. Yet, access to mental health services remains scarce. We know that early intervention can make all the difference, and we use surf therapy to reduce the long-term effects of adversity on children.”

Senior surf coach Bulelani Zelanga, affectionately known as Buja, explains how being exposed to surf therapy can provide essential healing and escape from tough environments.

He shares, “Growing up in a township can be hard. I love my community, but there was also so much violence, so many people struggling, it was hard to cope and just be a kid,” says Buja.

“I was always a shy person, scared to come out of my shell. I couldn’t talk about my past because I would get too emotional and want to cry. But now, I feel proud of myself. I’m brave enough to share my story.”

Buja joined W4C’s Saturday Surf Club after completing ten months of surf therapy. In grade 12, he became a volunteer assistant coach and later applied to become a W4C coach.

The sea immersion session offers an opportunity to experience what this incredible organisation is doing for South Africa’s children. Those participating can look forward to a range of activities!

Details

• When: 10 October—World Mental Health Awareness Day between 10:30 am and 12 am
• Where: Muizenberg Beach

Those who cannot be present can still contribute by making a donation or by supporting W4C’s Mental Health Run on 27 October and the Comedy Show on 29 October. Find out more via their socials.

Sources: Supplied—Waves for Change

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The Friends of Muizenberg Park have restored a treasured stream for the community, earmarking a one-of-a-kind celebration, the Stream Party!

Muizenberg, South Africa (31 July 2024) — It’s not every day a local stream gets thrown its own party, but for the Friends of Muizenberg Park and the larger Muizenberg community, one main character stream is well worth all calls for celebration.

The treasured stream in Muizenberg Park now flows proudly as the product of community care and effort led by Friends of Muizenberg Park (FOMP)—a long-anticipated response to the environmental havoc it previously faced.

In February, FOMP shared the fantastic news that they’d gotten the green light to embark on their Stream Project—a mammoth task that aimed to restore Peck’s Stream from alien vegetation.

Given Muizenberg Park’s big space in community members’ hearts (not least for its beauty but also its reputation as an ecological haven), the restoration efforts were warmly welcomed by many who recalled the stream as pristine.

Before the restoration, Peck’s Stream was rife with alien flora harmful to its ecosystem. But after a lot of concerted efforts, John Venn of FOMP shares that the stream has been cleared and is flowing strongly once again as “quite a sight to see”.

“The first phase of the project included removal of alien vegetation, clearing of silt from the ponds in the stream and planting hundreds of fynbos wetland plants along the now-cleared banks,” John explains, adding that all the new plants are native to the Cape Peninsula including two critically endangered species.

Additionally, a plant that acts as a food source for caterpillars of the critically endangered Cape Flats ranger butterfly has also found its place in the ecosystem—an effort that will hopefully have a butterfly effect of good.

“The stream clearing has not only created a conservation opportunity but has also improved the attractiveness, safety and recreational value of the stream and its surrounds. The park has come alive with activities such as playdates, yoga classes, wedding photos and more,” John shares.

With the restoration being a big call for celebration not only of the renewed stream but also community efforts, FOMP are hosting a Stream Party—an event for the whole family.

From racing toy boats that’ll head down the stream to hot drinks, home bakes, and even an Origami workshop, the day is set to be filled with lots of life.

If the event is rained out on Saturday, it will be moved to Sunday the 11th.

Sources: Website Submission 

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If you’ve ever wanted to attend the zen version of a Silent Disco this beach clean-up event has your name on it! Put on your headphones, beautify Muizenberg Beach and get ready to make a meaningful difference for community organisation Waves For Change.

Muizenberg, South Africa (11 July 2024) — Since most Capetonians are escaping the current weather havoc with daydreams about better beach days, we’re sure eyes will light up at the news that a big beach day is on the cards in Muizenberg later this month when the weather hopefully clears! At the top of the agenda? Being a part of making change with the organisation Waves For Change!

If you’ve ever been excited by the idea of attending a ‘Silent Disco’ session, you’ll be thrilled to know that this beach clean-up won’t be like any other; taking notes from the popular phenomenon in zen fashion.

Participants will be guided through music, movement and connection through headphones they’ll receive, where they can comfortably tackle the clean-up amongst others, while getting to enjoy sounds in the comfort of their own worlds.

Beyond helping Muizenberg beach get into tip-top shape, all proceeds from the family-friendly event will go to Waves For Change.

About Waves For Change

Waves for Change is an organisation dedicated to providing mental health support services to children in under-resourced communities through the power of ‘Surf Therapy’, beginning its story in 2009 as a small, informal weekend surf club for a handful of children from Masiphumele Township in Cape Town. Today, it’s a hub of hope for many youngsters, providing a sense of community, mental health support and a love of the seas.

What is Surf Therapy? It’s a unique blend of benefits that combines the health-related perks of surfing and physical activity with activities that help young people build protective relationships, identify emotions, self-soothe, and build a positive future vision.

Event Details

• When: Thursday, 18 July (Mandela Day)
• Where: Muizenberg Beach, opposite Knead
• Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
• Bring: Wear layers of warm, comfy clothes and bring water, a swimming costume, and a towel. Don’t forget to bring your own bag for collecting rubbish to help us reduce waste!

Event Schedule:

• Beach Clean-up
• Swim and Sauna: After the clean-up, brave the ocean waves and warm up with a session in a mobile sauna!
• Refreshments, Raffle & Goodie Bags: Relax with electrolyte refreshments, enjoy the raffle draw for a sunset cruise and grab a goodie bag!

Upcycling Makes the World Go Round

The plastic collected during the clean-up will be donated to a local ocean plastic artist, who will upcycle the pieces into beautiful art pieces!

You can grab your tickets here.

Sources: Supplied

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The site for a 60-bed “Safe Space” is still being finalised.

• Muizenberg is to get a 60-bed “Safe Space” shelter for homeless people.
• The shelter will be co-funded and operated by the City of Cape Town and U-turn.
• A site is still to be finalised.

Muizenberg, South Africa (05 July 2024)—Funding has been approved to create a new shelter for homeless people in Muizenberg, Cape Town. This will be the sixth “Safe Space” in the city.

The City of Cape Town says the Mayoral Fund will contribute R4-million for the shelter and welfare organisation U-turn will raise a further R4-million from donors.

The shelter will be operated in partnership with U-turn, which already operates a shelter in Claremont and offers social services and meals at several centres in the city.

A site for the shelter is still to be finalised, after which a public participation process will begin.

The City told GroundUp, “Every area in Cape Town that experiences the challenges faced by homeless people needs a transitional safe space for their relocation out of public places, off the streets and back into society.”

The City’s Safe Space programme offers two meals a day and access to social workers, skills training, work placement and family reunification.

“We need something in the area,” said U-turn CEO Jean-Ray Knighton Fitt.

He said U-turn wants to develop a more “comprehensive response to homelessness across the city”.

Fitt said that the shelter is expected to have 60 beds, with separate dormitories for men and women. Children will not be accommodated, but an emergency unit for families is under consideration. When GroundUp asked Fitt about dogs, he said pets are not part of the plan, though this is an issue which frequently comes up at U-turn.

Fitt says the shelter has been met with resistance from some Muizenberg residents. Some think the safe space will attract more homeless people, when in fact “we’re taking people off the streets”. With access to a shelter, he says, homeless people will not have to be “fighting for survival” and will be more likely to be able to move off the streets.

“Off the streets in the day. Off the streets in the night … and ultimately, off the streets in the long term,” he said.

Fitt estimates that there are between 400 and 500 homeless people between Retreat and Fish Hoek. He hopes that the safe space will be completed by the end of the year, as this will “make a big impact on the Muizenberg area”.

“Community engagement will make or break this project,” said Simon Roberts, chair of the Muizenberg Improvement District (MID). He said the MID supports the shelter but a site should be chosen that does not affect tourism or local economic activity. The MID has suggested that the site should be chosen through a public participation process and a data-driven approach.

GroundUp spoke to people who came for lunch at the U-turn Service Centre in Muizenberg.

Geremy Gordon said he has been living in the mountains in Muizenberg for 15 years and has never been to a shelter as they are always full. He said a shelter in Muizenberg “will be great” and he will use it.

Logan Patel, who is no longer homeless, said she stayed in shelters several times and it was helpful. “There are a lot of people who are trying to get out and there are no spaces in the shelters,” she said.

The other City-run Safe Spaces include one in Durbanville, one in Bellville, and two in Culemborg. A new shelter is to open in Greenpoint in July. There are 37 shelters registered on the Western Cape government website.

Sources: GroundUp

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After Elfriede’s dog swallowed a fish hook, the determination to make sure this wouldn’t happen to any other animal kicked in for the dog owner who is now making a difference!

Muizenberg, South Africa (26 May 2024) — Last week Friday, Elfriede Webb faced a frightening experience for any dog parent or animal lover.

While walking pooch Mason at the Zandvlei Reserve, the pup ended up swallowing a fish hook, something that could have been prevented entirely had responsible discarding practices been followed.

Stray fish hooks and fishing lines have long been a problem in South Africa; causing havoc for wildlife and the environment. From birds of the sky to sharks in the sea and dogs on the ground, fishing lines and hooks that aren’t properly disposed of have become a matter for push-back.

The Dyer Island Conservation Trust launched the Fishing Line Recovery and Recycling Programme in Gansbaai in 2010 but has since teamed up with the likes of Plastics SA to install more fishing line bins across the country, kickstarting two years ago.

However, for people like Elfriede, the job is not one that should simply be left up to ‘someone else’ to take care of.

Since the incident with Mason and the fish hook, Elfriede has been “determined to prevent this from happening to any other animal again.”

“I have already received four fishing line bins,” Elfriede tells Good Things Guy of the bins already received from Plastics SA.

Now the job is to get them installed at Zandvlei, with Chairman David positively sharing that the idea is “grand”.

Elfriede adds that green trash bins for general waste would also be a big help in the area, considering that there are reportedly not enough.

There’s facing a hectic situation and being rightfully upset, and then there’s making sure it never happens again. Keep it up Elfriede!

Sources: Website Submission 

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