Cape Town: The Recreation and Parks Department is gears up for the busy summer season and is putting efforts to keep beaches clean, safe and welcoming for all.
Reportedly, the beach clean-up was carried out this week at Maiden’s Cove, which is a coastal resort nestled between the Blue Flag beaches of Clifton 4th and Camp’s Bay. Various bags of broken glass and other waste were collected as part of the City’s ongoing commitment to maintain the public spaces while promoting environmental responsibility.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Services and Health – Councillor Francine Higham said that beaches of Cape Town are among the most beautiful in the world and offer various biologically diverse habitats. They all have a role to play in keeping them clean, safe and enjoyable for everyone.
The City of Cape Town observed the World Habitat Day on Oct 06, recognised by the United Nations to reflect on the state of cities. In 2025 it is focusing mainly on the urban crisis response and highlighting the challenges such as climate impacts and inequality by promoting the effective solutions.
As beaches are shared spaces for families, friends and visitors, so to protect them is a shared responsibility.
City of Cape Town has encouraged all the beachgoers to lead by example of don’t drink alcohol on the beach, use bins, recycle where possible, take care of your natural environment and leave behind the footprints only.
The city officials also reminded everyone to follow the Four Golden Rules for Safe Swimming i.e.:
- To swim only when lifeguards are on duty and where they are available
- Swim between the red-and-yellow flags only
- Remember to never swim under the influence of alcohol
- Do not leave children without any supervision, near water or for swimming
Hence, by following these guidelines and working together, the residents and visitors can help in ensuring that beaches of Cape Town should remain safe, welcoming, environmentally friendly and is enjoyed by everyone.