Sakhe’s Journey to the President’s Cup 2025!

Sakhe’s Journey to the President’s Cup 2025!

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Sakhe’s Journey to the President’s Cup 2025!

Meet Sakhe Tshayela and his proud mother at Home Affairs Bredasdorp, where the Grootbos Foundation assisted him in applying for his passport. But why, you ask?

Sakhe (Under 14) has been selected to represent South Africa at the President’s Cup 2025 Canoeing Regatta in Arbjan! This is an incredible achievement, and we are beyond proud to support his journey.

Stay tuned as we follow Sakhe’s path to international waters!

Sakhe’s Journey to the President’s Cup 2025!

Grootbos Foundation

Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai dedicated to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom while uplifting the communities that call it home. The foundation protects over 22,200 hectares of fynbos and biodiversity across Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walker Bay...

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