How many beaches are Blue Flag beaches in South Africa?
“A Blue Flag beach is a maritime or freshwater recreational beach that has met stringent quality standards during the whole of the previous bathing season. Blue Flag status is also applied to marinas.” “Compliance with Blue Flag criteria requires adherence to water quality standards, safety, the provision of services and general environmental management. The right to fly a Blue Flag at a beach or recreational water is a strong indication of high environmental standards and is a much sought after accolade by local authorities and providers of water-based recreational facilities.” There are 18 blue flag beaches, most of them, surprisesurprise, in KwaZulu Natal.
