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Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions
Mini Dissertation( MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2023.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/94338 Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions Combrinck, Carin bila.khulukani15@gmail.com Bila, Khulukani UCTD PID Community engagement Knowledge sharing Community development Participatory Design Township Mini Dissertation( MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2023. This research investigates the experiences of two prominent South African initiatives, Guga S'Thebe, and Violence Prevention through Urban Upgrading (VPUU), to extract key lessons for future Public Interest Design (PID) interventions in similar contexts. Through analysis, this study contributes to effective approaches for marginalized communities, especially in townships. Guga S'Thebe, located in Langa township near Cape Town, is a PID-focused cultural center promoting arts, skills development, and community engagement. VPUU is a comprehensive urban upgrading program enhancing safety and inclusivity in violence-prone Cape Town areas. Both have improved living standards and social cohesion. This qualitative research employs semi-structured interviews, participant observations, desktop studies, social media reviews, and document analysis. Stakeholders, including community members, spatial agents, and project managers, provide insights into processes, challenges, and lessons from Guga S'Thebe and VPUU. The deductive thematic data analysis uses Kim's PID conceptual taxonomy to categorize literature and findings into nine guiding themes for PID best practices. Preliminary findings highlight the importance of a participatory approach, fostering community ownership and sustainability. Involving residents in decision-making empowers them, increasing engagement. Strong partnerships and collaborations with local governments, NGOs, and international institutions have expanded interventions and facilitated knowledge sharing. A multidisciplinary approach recognizes the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental factors, resulting in multifunctional spaces, essential services, and economic opportunities. Ownership is crucial in PID, empowering communities and ensuring long-term sustainability. Active community participation leads to more impactful design interventions. These findings offer valuable insights and recommendations for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in PID and sustainable community development in township environments Architecture MArch ((Prof) Architecture) Unrestricted Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology SDG-08:Decent work and economic growth SDG-09: Industry, innovation and infrastructure SDG-10:Reduces inequalities SDG-11:Sustainable cities and communities SDG-16:Peace,justice and strong institutions SDG-17:Partnerships for the goals 2024-02-06T10:30:38Z 2024-02-06T10:30:38Z 2024-04 2023-12-01 Mini Dissertation * A2024 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/94338 en © 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf application/pdf application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD PID Community engagement Knowledge sharing Community development Participatory Design Township Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title | Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title_full | Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title_fullStr | Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title_full_unstemmed | Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title_short | Learning from eKASI : lessons derived from Guga S’thebe and VPUU in South Africa to inform future PID interventions |
| title_sort | learning from ekasi lessons derived from guga s thebe and vpuu in south africa to inform future pid interventions |
| topic | UCTD PID Community engagement Knowledge sharing Community development Participatory Design Township |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/94338 |