Azile Arosi shares her inspiring story
Zaid Khan joined by 22 year old sailor Azile Arosi who is part of six young people will make history by participating in the iconic Cape2Rio yacht race as the first complete crew from marginalised communities to do so. The sailors, hailing from Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park and Athlone in Cape Town, have been trained […]
“South African heroes in the making” ready to take part in iconic Cape2Rio yacht race
Six young people from Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park, and Athlone in Cape Town are making history. They are taking part in the iconic Cape2Rio yacht race as the first crew from marginalised communities. Strategy and Customer Experience executive at Alexander Forbes, Viresh Maharaj says the six rose above their difficult circumstances and are a symbol […]
Township team set to make history in 2023 Cape2Rio yacht race
Cape Town – In a uniquely South African story of hope, courage and grit, six youths from the townships of Cape Town will be participating in the iconic Cape2Rio yacht race next year. The sailors, from Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park and Athlone, have been trained by the Royal Cape Yacht Club (RCYC) Sailing Academy. Their […]
Alexforbes Archangel makes history racing Cape2Rio
The Alexforbes ArchAngel crew seek to emulate the pioneering spirit of the first race by being the first team from their communities to make the crossing and, in doing so, act as a symbol of hope to all others who face the challenges of inequality, poverty and marginalisation. Cape Town, South Africa (25 August 2022) – […]
Six SA youngsters making history
Six young people from Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park and Athlone in Cape town are making history by taking part in the iconic Cape2Rio Yacht Race as the first ever crew from marginalised communities. Alexforbes Executive: Strategy and Customer Experience Viresh Maharaj is interviewed: Originally viewed on ENCA