Non-profit organisation conserving the Critically Endangered African Penguin species & other seabirds in southern Africa.
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AP043’s fight for survival 🐧💙
This adult African Penguin was admitted to SANCCOB in critical condition, severely underweight, with an injured eyelid and three deep infected wounds.
After stabilisation and testing negative for avian influenza, AP043 was moved to ICU.
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In 2025, SANCCOB impacted 11,465 learners, empowering young people with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to help shape the future of conservation.
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Since 1 January 2026, SANCCOB, working alongside conservation authorities, has rescued 204 Critically Endangered African Penguin eggs from certain loss, giving them a second chance at life in the wild.
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They were found injured, exhausted, and fighting to survive…
With time and support, we are confident to see them fully recovered and released back into the wild where they belong.
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Penguins get colds too. 🤧
And just like in schools, infections can spread fast when they’re close together 🐧🤧
Captured by @AppleTV, this moment highlights why specialised care and early intervention are so important.
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The Executive Mayor of the City of Cape Town, @geordinhl, joined SANCCOB, standing alongside the professionals doing the detailed, behind-the-scenes work to prevent the African Penguin from disappearing.
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A penguin’s first swim marks a crucial milestone in its rehabilitation. At SANCCOB, these early moments in the water help build strength, foster confidence, and develop the essential survival skills needed for life in the wild.
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Oil spills don't wait. Neither does SANCCOB.
On 12 January 2026, fishing vessel FV Silver Dorado caught fire and grounded off the Gqeberha coastline of southern Africa. Fortunately, all crew members were safely recovered.
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This is what taking personal responsibility for the survival of the African Penguin looks like 💫
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Just like children starting school for the first time, African Penguin chicks arrive at SANCCOB’s nursery to learn, grow and gain the strength they need to thrive.
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The Executive Mayor of the City of Cape Town, @geordinhl, joined SANCCOB at Seaforth Beach, Simon’s Town, for the release of rehabilitated African Penguins back into their natural habitat.
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This moment is more than new life. It is a fight for survival. 💫
As 2026 begins, this African Penguin chick is a reminder of what is still possible.
Let's stand together and save the African Penguin. 💙
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Happy New Year from all of us at SANCCOB ✨
Here is to new beginnings, renewed hope and another year of working together to protect South Africa’s precious seabirds.
Thank you for being part of this journey.💙
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Thank you to everyone who supported SANCCOB throughout 2025 💙
In 2026, we remain committed to making even greater strides in safeguarding the Critically Endangered African Penguin and strengthening our conservation efforts.
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As we draw toward the end of the year, SANCCOB has continued to work tirelessly to protect, rescue, rehabilitate and release South Africa’s precious seabirds. 💙
Watch the full AGM video here to see highlights from this year.
youtu.be/363vNSlP61k?si=u1Dr…
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Merry Christmas from all of us at SANCCOB. 🎄💙
Thank you for your kindness, support and love for our seabirds this year. Wishing you a joyful and safe festive season.
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Even during the festive season, our mission continues 💙🐧
Seeing African Penguins return to the ocean is one of the greatest rewards for the care and dedication that goes into every rescue and rehabilitation journey.
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Even penguins need a schedule 🐧❄️
Here are SANCCOB’s festive season operating hours for both our Cape Town and Gqeberha centres (see images).
Wishing you a joyful festive season from all of us at SANCCOB 💙🎄
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SANCCOB was proud to participate alongside Robben Island Museum and SANParks at the Living Legacies Symposium that brought together organisations and specialists committed to understanding and celebrating the rich ecology and natural heritage of Robben Island.
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