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Cape Town’s Coastal Waters Under Threat: A Growing Environmental Crisis

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Cape Town’s beautiful coastal waters are in trouble due to rising bacteria levels, especially at popular spots like Saunders’ Rocks and Camps Bay. Many people have reported getting sick after swimming, raising alarms about water safety. Activists, like Mark Jackson, are working hard to expose the problem and urge city leaders to take action. Despite some officials saying the water is safe, experts highlight serious pollution issues that need urgent fixing. The community is coming together, pushing for better testing and safer beaches to protect both people and the environment.

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Cape Town: Steadfast in Combating Water Contamination

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Cape Town is fiercely committed to preserving its environment, showcased by the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s Water Pollution Control team’s campaign against unlawful stormwater system connections and discharges. Over the past year, the team inspected over 12,000 properties, issuing 159 violation notices and disconnecting 40 illegal connections. Future plans include continuing inspections and enforcing the correction of illegal connections and discharges. Cape Town’s unwavering dedication to conservation serves as a shining beacon of respect for both current and future generations.