Cape Town: The Recreation and Parks Department of the City of Cape Town unveiled that once again eight beaches have qualified to fly the flag of excellence during the 2025-26 season.
Reportedly, the eight City of Cape Town beaches secured Blue Flag status at the annual Blue Flag Awards ceremony which took place in Port Alfred on Friday, Oct 31, 2025. The status accreditation included an international adjudication process, which is facilitated by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA).
The recognised City of Cape Town beaches with Blue Flag status for the 2025-26 season are:
- Bikini Beach
- Camps Bay
- Clifton 4th
- Fish Hoek
- Llandudno
- Melkbosstrand
- Muizenberg
- Silwerstroomstrand
Notably, it was first introduced in year 2001. The Blue Flag status is awarded to the beaches that meet high standards of environmental management and education, water quality, safety and services.
Considering this, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Services and Health – Councillor Francine Higham said that they are extremely delighted to be awarded with Blue Flag status at eight of the beaches. Not only do Blue Flags ensure a high standard of services, but they also put a high premium on beach safety, especially during the busy Festive Season.
Higham highlighted that the lifeguards will be on duty at beaches and they would like to request beachgoers to please adhere to the safety rules.
The Blue Flag season officially opens on December 01, 2025 until February 28, 2026 at all accredited beaches. The Recreation and Parks Department will work closely with other departments to ensure continued compliance with the Bue Flag standards. Another important aspect of the summer programme by the department is its drowning prevention programme.
Furthermore, the City of Cape Town urged the public to be mindful of its golden rules for summer; such as only swim where and when lifeguards are on duty, between the red and yellow flags; Beware of rip currents; Don’t swim under the influence of alcohol; Always actively monitor children in and around water.