ETD Collection

Permanent URI for this collectionhttps://wiredspace.wits.ac.za/handle/10539/104


Please note: Digitised content is made available at the best possible quality range, taking into consideration file size and the condition of the original item. These restrictions may sometimes affect the quality of the final published item. For queries regarding content of ETD collection please contact IR specialists by email : IR specialists or Tel : 011 717 4652 / 1954

Follow the link below for important information about Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETD)

Library Guide about ETD

Browse

Filters

20171

Settings

Author: search.filters.author.Siebe, PhathutshedzoSubject: search.filters.subject.Squatter settlements--South Africa

Search Results

Now showing 1 - 1 of 1
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    An appropriate management strategy for informal settlements in mining areas: the case of smashblock, Thabazimbi
    (2017) Siebe, Phathutshedzo
    This research report is about the appropriate management strategy for informal settlement in mining area, the case of Smashblock, Thabazimbi local municipality situated in Limpopo province. The research seek to understand the main problem of the rapid growth of unplanned informal settlements that results in poor living conditions for the residents of Smashblock. However, the key objective of the study is to understand the options for management of the informal settlement in Smashblock. The research comes up with an appropriate intervention and management strategy for Smashblock informal settlement. The research has explored the Smashblock informal settlement with regard to its specific nature and character, the role played by Thabazimbi municipality, sector departments and mining companies or other entities; improvement, relocation and / or upgrading plan(s), the engagement of the municipality, mining companies and other sector departments with regard to the informal settlement and approaches to informal settlement improvement and management that are offered through national or local policy. The research recommends interim improvements of Smashblock prior to full upgrading, e.g. about re-blocking, health and safety improvements, improved management or access to current water provision and sanitation.