Maritime authority raises safety concerns about Robben Island Ferry

Tourists warned amid safety fears over Robben Island ferry

The Robben Island Museum (RIM) has come under intense criticism after it emerged that one of its ferries, used during the busy tourist season, had major safety issues that could have put passengers at risk while traveling to the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) uncovered serious flaws in the condition of the ferry during its investigation. The report highlighted inadequate maintenance, poor monitori…

Maritime authority raises safety concerns about Robben Island Ferry

The Robben Island Museum (RIM) is facing serious scrutiny following revelations that it operated a ferry with significant safety defects during the peak tourist season, potentially endangering passengers travelling to the UNESCO World Heritage Site. An investigation by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) uncovered severe deficiencies in the ferry’s condition, raising concerns about passenger safety and the museum’s adherence to m…