CoCT says committed to introducing treatment processes at marine sewage outfalls

CAPE TOWN - The City of Cape Town said it is committed to introducing treatment processes at marine sewage outfalls in Camps Bay, Green Point, and Hout Bay. 

This followed ongoing public outcry after the city's outfalls, particularly in Hout Bay, came under scrutiny recently for releasing more sewage than its permit allows. 

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Mayco Member for Water and Sanitation Zahid Badroodien said the city was now exploring options to treat the sewage being pumped into the ocean.

"This has, for a long time, been a controversial topic where the scientific community, the civic associations in the area, have really called upon the city to be mindful of the sensitive nature of that particular marine environment."