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Cape Town Defends Water Quality Amid 'Project Blue' Allegations

1/11/2025

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Cape Town has firmly rejected the 'Project Blue' report's allegations, asserting that it distorted water quality data from unaccredited labs. With rigorous testing revealing a perfect compliance rate with recreational standards, Alderman Eddie Andrews reaffirmed the city's dedication to transparency and scientific integrity, prioritizing the safety of its coastal waters for all.

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Cape Town has firmly rejected the 'Project Blue' report's allegations, asserting that it distorted water quality data from unaccredited labs. With rigorous testing revealing a perfect compliance rate with recreational standards, Alderman Eddie Andrews reaffirmed the city's dedication to transparency and scientific integrity, prioritizing the safety of its coastal waters for all.