13/10/2026
The KZN North Coast features prominently in the 2026/27 awards. KwaDukuza Municipality has secured four full Blue Flags for:
Salt Rock Main Beach
Willard Beach
Thompson Bay Beach
ClubMed-Tinley Manor
Blue Flag status is more than an award for a beach that looks good in photographs. The program assesses beaches against requirements relating to water quality, environmental management, safety and services, accessibility and environmental education.
Water quality is a particularly important component, with bathing water required to be tested regularly and information made available to beachgoers. Beaches must also provide appropriate safety measures, facilities and information.
The accreditation is renewed annually, meaning beaches have to continue meeting the required standards rather than simply retaining the award indefinitely.
KZN now has even more Blue Flag beaches for 2026/27. Here’s the full list of beaches awarded the prestigious status for the new season.