Pharmaceutical pollution in Hout Bay is quietly harming the ocean and its creatures. Chemicals from everyday medicines and personal care products sneak into the water, building up inside shellfish and upsetting the delicate balance of marine life. This invisible pollution not only threatens sea animals but also risks human health by spreading drugresistant bacteria. Without better wastewater treatment and cleaner habits, the sparkling beauty of Hout Bay’s waters could fade, turning this vibrant bay into a warning of what happens when nature is ignored.
