Breakfast team react to fight against severe sewage crisis
Durban’s residents will carry out an independent water safety research project to force eThekwini metro to fix the mess.
In the picturesque coastal city of Durban, a group of determined paddlers and passionate lawyers have taken up arms against a looming environmental disaster.
The eThekwini Metro's severe sewage crisis has plagued the city for far too long, causing havoc in the ocean, threatening marine life, and posing significant health risks to the community.
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Fueled by a deep love for their city and a shared commitment to safeguarding the environment, these brave individuals have joined forces to hold the eThekwini Metro accountable and demand immediate action.
According to Mail & Guardian, the Northern wastewater treatment disgorges sewage into the Umgeni River, which flows into the sea, polluting the city’s popular beaches.
The sewage crisis in Durban is not just a local concern; it is an ecological time bomb waiting to explode.
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The eThekwini Metro has struggled to manage and maintain the city's ageing sewage infrastructure, resulting in frequent spills and leaks.
As a consequence, vast quantities of untreated sewage find their way into rivers and eventually into the ocean.
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The once pristine coastline now bears the scars of pollution, with plastic waste and foul-smelling sludge becoming an all-too-common sight.
Amidst this environmental catastrophe, a group of dedicated Durban paddlers has emerged as the unsung heroes of the city.
These brave individuals, who rely on the ocean for their passion and livelihood, have witnessed firsthand the detrimental effects of the sewage crisis.
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