Deputy head of Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries, Sibusiso Mkwanazi said the decision to reopen follows the country’s move to adjusted level 1.
Meanwhile, the Save-A-Life programme saw swimming and aquatic clubs turn up in their numbers to support the initiative that promotes recreational and competitive swimming. It also creates awareness on water safety.
Graham Hill, a renowned South African swimming coach, praised the municipality for the initiative that will help to uncover talent in communities. “Swimming is not only about participating in water activities, but a life skill. It can also be more than just a hobby, but can be a career in a competitive space,” he said.“It is exciting to see communities being trained on water safety. This will address drownings in communities,” Mhlongo said.
Swimmers demonstrated their talent in the water during the programme launch while pool supervisors demonstrated lifesaving tactics that help prevent drownings.
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