The grand old icebreaker, SA Agulhas, once a proud scientific ship, is now in deep trouble. She’s stuck in Durban, burdened by massive debts from unpaid wages and fuel. This once mighty vessel, which journeyed through icy seas and helped scientists, is now just a sad hull awaiting its fate. On January 22, 2026, she will be sold at auction to the highest bidder, marking a quiet, lonely end to her adventurous life.
