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The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities
Mini Dissertation (MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2024.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/98877 The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities Toffah, Tariq dlamz.inc@gmail.com Dlamini, Lesedi UCTD Public space Informal trade Urban development African cities Socioeconomic inequalities Urban planning Infrastructure Regulatory support Sustainable economic growth Social cohesion Community engagement Mini Dissertation (MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2024. With an emphasis on the connections between informal vendors and formal public spaces, this study examines the critical role that public spaces play in promoting urban expansion within African cities. The study uses a multidisciplinary approach to find creative solutions that use public spaces as catalysts to build sustainable, lively, and egalitarian urban settings. The first part of the study looks at how public spaces have changed historically, emphasising changes towards commercialization as well as the necessity of decolonization and cultural inclusion. After that, it explores the intricacies of urban growth, the significance of religion, the unofficial sector of the economy, and the varied ways in which public spaces are used. Through involving a broad range of stakeholders, such as vendors, legislators, local communities, and urban planners, the study effectively depicts the intricate dynamics involved in the development, utilisation, and administration of public spaces. The results underscore the necessity of implementing inclusive and contextually sensitive urban planning and design techniques that tackle crucial concerns, including infrastructure, safety, and regulatory assistance. Important discoveries emphasise the need for inclusive, well-kept public areas to sustain street vendors' livelihoods and improve the standard of living in metropolitan areas. For vendors and customers alike, safe and appealing settings require enhanced infrastructure, streamlined regulatory procedures, and aggressive municipal support. The study emphasises how public spaces may drive urban expansion by promoting social connection, economic opportunity, and cultural expression. By offering practical insights and policy recommendations targeted at converting public spaces into efficient catalysts for sustainable urban growth, the study adds to the larger conversation on urban development. In the end, this study provides a viable route for creating more dynamic, resilient, and equitable urban ecosystems in African cities. Architecture MArch (Prof) Unrestricted Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology SDG-10: Reduces inequalities SDG-11: Sustainable cities and communities 2024-10-31T19:23:17Z 2024-10-31T19:23:17Z 2025-04 2024-09 Mini Dissertation * A2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/98877 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.27330660 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 University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Public space Informal trade Urban development African cities Socioeconomic inequalities Urban planning Infrastructure Regulatory support Sustainable economic growth Social cohesion Community engagement The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title | The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title_full | The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title_fullStr | The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title_full_unstemmed | The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title_short | The role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres: how to support informal trade in African cities |
| title_sort | role of public space in the informal realm of urban centres how to support informal trade in african cities |
| topic | UCTD Public space Informal trade Urban development African cities Socioeconomic inequalities Urban planning Infrastructure Regulatory support Sustainable economic growth Social cohesion Community engagement |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/98877 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.27330660 |