Orient Beach in the Eastern Cape will remain closed to bathers following a shark attack that claimed a woman's life earlier this week.
The Buffalo City Municipality urged beachgoers to be cautious and refrain from entering the waters at both beaches until further notice.
"Warnings are also being issued at other beaches, and members of the public are requested to remain vigilant, adhere to all safety advisories, and comply with instructions issued by the relevant authorities," the City said.
IOL has reported that Janine Lochrenberg was killed in a shark attack at Orient Beach on the morning of Tuesday, October 20.
Police said an inquest has been opened.
Meanwhile, in a tribute to Lochrenberg by the East London Open Water Swimming group said she was a treasured member.
"Janine was a treasured member of East London’s open water swimming community, and her loss leaves an enormous hole in our ocean family.
She was never one to seek the spotlight, preferring to quietly go about doing what she loved most — swimming in the ocean. But behind her gentle, unassuming nature was someone who contributed so much to our swimming community, always there, always willing, and very much a part of the heart of our group.
The ocean was Janine’s happy place. It was where she found her joy, and where so many of us were fortunate enough to share special moments with her.We will remember her beautiful smile."
IOL