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SAMREC – SA Marine Rehabilitation and Education Centre

The South African Marine Rehabilitation and Education Centre (SAMREC) is a non-profit organisation that was formed in 2000 to care for sick and injured African penguins. The vulnerability of the penguins was recognised when the new port of Ngqura (Coega) was built allowing ships to now sail right past the breeding colony at St Croix Island. Although pollution is strictly monitored there are other factors that have contributed to the decline in numbers of the African penguin and our marine life in general. SAMREC has since spread their wings and is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating a wide variety of our marine life as well as informing and educating the public through various tours and guided hikes. The unique team is made

Save-a-Pet

Throughout life we come across Angels disguised as humans who take it upon themselves to nurture, care and protect. In this case these Angels realised the need to assist with the welfare of dogs in Port Elizabeth. Mavis Smit founder of Save-a-Pet is one of these Angels. Along with several other volunteers who have come to the rescue to help animals in need. Save-a-Pet has been operating for over 30 years. They currently shelter 186 dogs at their premises in Greenbushes. Every adult dog has been neutered and all puppies are neutered at 6 months, in doing so they reduce the amount of stray dogs that could be roaming the streets. How you can help: 1. Volunteer: Save a Pet is always looking for dog lovers to come and take