Coastal Erosion Threatens South African Coastlines Amid Rising Sea Levels
Coastal erosion is increasingly impacting the Western and Eastern Cape coastlines of South Africa, as rising sea levels and severe storm surges continue to erode natural barriers. According to Cobus Meiring, chairperson of the Garden Route Marine and Coastal Committee, the damage is visible and ongoing, posing a significant threat to thousands of properties along the 3,000 km coastline. Research indicates that sea level rise in areas like Cape Town is nearly double the global average, exacerbating the risk to coastal communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems. The Garden Route District Municipality highlights the urgency of addressing coastal degradation, with planning efforts focused on relocating infrastructure to safer areas. 
