How will tourism affect the Cape’s water crisis this festive season?
The 2017 festive season is virtually upon us, which means visitors from across the country and outside of it will make their way to popular holiday spots, including Cape Town. But will the Mother City be able to cope with the influx of visitors during a severe drought?
Water supply levels in the Western Cape are currently at 28% and supply is already under strain just with the residents that live in Cape Town. In December 2016, over 522 000 people arrived at Cape Town International airport, this figure doesn’t include those arriving through other means.
With Cape Town being one of the most biggest holiday attractions, the municipality is stepping its game up to make visitors aware of the situation and not out too much strain on the supply.
“The City of Cape Town has launched one of its key initiatives, namely the ‘Save like a Local’ campaign. Our aim with this campaign is to drive awareness about the serious drought crisis, especially among visitors, while at the same time keeping the message as light and inspirational as possible,” says MMC for Informal Settlements, Water and Waste Services; and Energy, Councillor Xanthea Limberg.
Source: htxt.co.za