Swimming pools remain closed to the public, says city
eThekwini Municipality spokesperson said the pools remain closed due to Covid-19 related safety measures.
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ETHEKWINI Municipality stated that the pools which have been opened are solely for the training of lifeguards and for use by clubs and not the public.
Despite the City confirming that the pools are not opened for public use, DA councillor, Mmabatho Tembe insisted there were 11 pools open in the city.
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“The pools can not open all at once due to insufficient chlorine. Other pools remain closed due to Infrastructure issues,” said Tembe.
eThekwini Municipality’s spokesperson, Msawakhe Mayisela said the pools remain closed to the public due to Covid-19 related safety measures.
“The reopening of the pools will be announced in due course,” he said.
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