Most of the beachgoers who spoke to Daily Maverick were aware that there were problems with the water quality at the time caused by the ailing Ou Trappies sewer line. Many had seen signs at Strand warning beachgoers not to enter the water but were unaware of the severity of the health risks the.
The executive director responsible for waste management in Cape Town will be placed on suspension in the coming days following the collapse of waste management in areas of the city.
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