Innovative initiatives usage to improve efficiency in the City of Johannesburg Public Transportation
- Risimati, Brightnes, Gumbo, Trynos, Chakwizira, James
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Mobility , Corridors , Public transport
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/488158 , uj:44463 , Citation: Risimati, B., Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. 2021. Innovative initiatives usage to improve efficiency in the City of Johannesburg Public Transportation.
- Description: Abstract: Past spatial planning practices have left developing cities such as the City of Johannesburg with sprawling low-density areas of settlement, lacking viable public transport systems. The majority of marginalized citizens in South Africa are still living on the fringes of the cities, commuting daily, often at considerable cost, long distances to access work and economic opportunities. As such, it is very critical in developing cities to trace the existing spatial patterns, economic distribution, and the envisaged mobility innovations. Thus, the aim of the paper is to explore innovative initiatives to meet the envisioned mobility network through the Spatial Development Framework, 2040 and proposed corridors of Freedoms as mobility spines from a high-level perspective within the City of Johannesburg. A mixed-method approach was used which consisted of an exploratory research design that involves an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data. The results reveal that the City of Johannesburg has identified key public transport corridors, consolidating growth and development opportunities around existing and future public transport nodes. The location and concentration of jobs opportunities does not match that of where people live. This job-housing mismatch significantly contributes to inequality in the city as for many residents’ access to economic opportunities is stifled by costly and distant commuting. There are also two major spatial discontinuities in the city structure that are barriers to opportunity. In interpreting the current city structure morphology, the city displays a unique structure of inverted polycentricity, inherited largely form its complex history. In conclusion, the envisioned mobility networks of the city have the potential to link citizens to mixed-use development nodes with high density accommodation supported by office buildings, retail development and opportunities for education and recreation. This will give rise to a people-centred city, where communities’ needs, their safety, comfort, and economic well-being are placed at the core of planning and delivery processes.
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Innovative initiatives usage to improve efficiency in the City of Johannesburg Public Transportation
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Mobility , Corridors , Public transport
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/488158 , uj:44463 , Citation: Risimati, B., Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. 2021. Innovative initiatives usage to improve efficiency in the City of Johannesburg Public Transportation.
- Description: Abstract: Past spatial planning practices have left developing cities such as the City of Johannesburg with sprawling low-density areas of settlement, lacking viable public transport systems. The majority of marginalized citizens in South Africa are still living on the fringes of the cities, commuting daily, often at considerable cost, long distances to access work and economic opportunities. As such, it is very critical in developing cities to trace the existing spatial patterns, economic distribution, and the envisaged mobility innovations. Thus, the aim of the paper is to explore innovative initiatives to meet the envisioned mobility network through the Spatial Development Framework, 2040 and proposed corridors of Freedoms as mobility spines from a high-level perspective within the City of Johannesburg. A mixed-method approach was used which consisted of an exploratory research design that involves an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data. The results reveal that the City of Johannesburg has identified key public transport corridors, consolidating growth and development opportunities around existing and future public transport nodes. The location and concentration of jobs opportunities does not match that of where people live. This job-housing mismatch significantly contributes to inequality in the city as for many residents’ access to economic opportunities is stifled by costly and distant commuting. There are also two major spatial discontinuities in the city structure that are barriers to opportunity. In interpreting the current city structure morphology, the city displays a unique structure of inverted polycentricity, inherited largely form its complex history. In conclusion, the envisioned mobility networks of the city have the potential to link citizens to mixed-use development nodes with high density accommodation supported by office buildings, retail development and opportunities for education and recreation. This will give rise to a people-centred city, where communities’ needs, their safety, comfort, and economic well-being are placed at the core of planning and delivery processes.
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Spatial integration of non-motorized transport and urban public transport infrastructure : a case of Johannesburg
- Risimati, Brightnes, Gumbo, Trynos, Chakwizira, James
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Cycling , Urban public transport; infrastructure , Infrastructure
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/488091 , uj:44454 , Citation: Risimati, B.; Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. Spatial Integration of Non-Motorized Transport and Urban Public Transport Infrastructure: A Case of Johannesburg. Sustainability 2021, 13, 11461. https://doi.org/ 10.3390/su132011461
- Description: Abstract: Sustainability of transport infrastructure integration begins with involving an all-inclusive transportation chain instead of only focusing on one part of the journey. This is achieved by facilitating spatial integration between diverse transport modalities to allow for a multiplicity of travel opportunities. This paper unpacks the extent of the spatial integration of non-motorized transport and urban public transport infrastructure within the city of Johannesburg in South Africa. Cycling activity datasets derived from Strava Metro and the spatial data of urban public transport infrastructures were collected to demonstrate existing spatial patterns and infrastructure connectivity. Exploratory spatial data analysis and focal statistics analysis were central in the data processing. The findings reveal that cycling activities are separated from urban public transport infrastructure, and the city of Johannesburg’s transport system is characterized by spatially fragmented commuting and cycling operations, with limited to no sharing of infrastructure. Most public transport stations are not easily accessible for non-motorized transport and are characterized by inadequate cycling facilities. In conclusion, the identification of an urban public transportation catchment area becomes essential for developing cities such as Johannesburg. This can be used as tool for planning infrastructural upgrades and forecasting potential public transport ridership while also assessing the impacts of investments in transit planning. There is thus a need to integrate motorized urban public transport and cycling infrastructural developments toward promoting multi-mobility and infrastructure sharing.
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- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Cycling , Urban public transport; infrastructure , Infrastructure
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/488091 , uj:44454 , Citation: Risimati, B.; Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. Spatial Integration of Non-Motorized Transport and Urban Public Transport Infrastructure: A Case of Johannesburg. Sustainability 2021, 13, 11461. https://doi.org/ 10.3390/su132011461
- Description: Abstract: Sustainability of transport infrastructure integration begins with involving an all-inclusive transportation chain instead of only focusing on one part of the journey. This is achieved by facilitating spatial integration between diverse transport modalities to allow for a multiplicity of travel opportunities. This paper unpacks the extent of the spatial integration of non-motorized transport and urban public transport infrastructure within the city of Johannesburg in South Africa. Cycling activity datasets derived from Strava Metro and the spatial data of urban public transport infrastructures were collected to demonstrate existing spatial patterns and infrastructure connectivity. Exploratory spatial data analysis and focal statistics analysis were central in the data processing. The findings reveal that cycling activities are separated from urban public transport infrastructure, and the city of Johannesburg’s transport system is characterized by spatially fragmented commuting and cycling operations, with limited to no sharing of infrastructure. Most public transport stations are not easily accessible for non-motorized transport and are characterized by inadequate cycling facilities. In conclusion, the identification of an urban public transportation catchment area becomes essential for developing cities such as Johannesburg. This can be used as tool for planning infrastructural upgrades and forecasting potential public transport ridership while also assessing the impacts of investments in transit planning. There is thus a need to integrate motorized urban public transport and cycling infrastructural developments toward promoting multi-mobility and infrastructure sharing.
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Spatial integration of transport infrastructures in the City of Johannesburg : towards holistic mobility transport planning and designs
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Transportation demand management , Urban transportation - South Africa - Johannesburg
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/479871 , uj:43421
- Description: Abstract: Past spatial planning practices have left developing cities such as the City of Johannesburg with sprawling low-density areas of settlement that lack viable public transport systems. The majority of marginalized citizens in South Africa still live on the fringes of the cities, commuting daily, travelling long distances, often at considerable cost to access work and economic opportunities. However, the City of Johannesburg in the last decades has actively contributed towards improvement of urban mobility. This comprises all-inclusive transportation infrastructure chain instead of only focusing on one part of the journey, through facilitating spatial integration between diverse transport modalities. These was seen by innovations in implementing the transport infrastructure and services such as the newly built Bus Rapid Transit, Rail Rapid Transit, cycling lanes, and improved pedestrians’ walkways. Contrariwise, the question remains as to whether the innovations and investments in transport infrastructure and services are contributing towards spatial integration of transport infrastructure in the City of Johannesburg. Considering this question, this study unveiled the extent of spatial integration of transport infrastructure within the City of Johannesburg and proposed a holistic urban transport planning and design framework within City of Johannesburg. The study adopted a mixed-method approach which consisted of a case study research design that involved an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis... , M.Ing. (Urban and Regional Planning)
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- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Transportation demand management , Urban transportation - South Africa - Johannesburg
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/479871 , uj:43421
- Description: Abstract: Past spatial planning practices have left developing cities such as the City of Johannesburg with sprawling low-density areas of settlement that lack viable public transport systems. The majority of marginalized citizens in South Africa still live on the fringes of the cities, commuting daily, travelling long distances, often at considerable cost to access work and economic opportunities. However, the City of Johannesburg in the last decades has actively contributed towards improvement of urban mobility. This comprises all-inclusive transportation infrastructure chain instead of only focusing on one part of the journey, through facilitating spatial integration between diverse transport modalities. These was seen by innovations in implementing the transport infrastructure and services such as the newly built Bus Rapid Transit, Rail Rapid Transit, cycling lanes, and improved pedestrians’ walkways. Contrariwise, the question remains as to whether the innovations and investments in transport infrastructure and services are contributing towards spatial integration of transport infrastructure in the City of Johannesburg. Considering this question, this study unveiled the extent of spatial integration of transport infrastructure within the City of Johannesburg and proposed a holistic urban transport planning and design framework within City of Johannesburg. The study adopted a mixed-method approach which consisted of a case study research design that involved an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis... , M.Ing. (Urban and Regional Planning)
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The state of rail and road route transport networks integratedness in the City of Johannesburg : an expose
- Risimati, Brightnes, Gumbo, Trynos, Chakwizira, James
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Public transport, , networks , integration
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/481435 , uj:43623 , Citation: Risimati, B., Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. 2020. The State of Rail and Road Route Transport Networks Integratedness in the City of Johannesburg: An expose.
- Description: Abstract: This paper unpacks the extent to which rail-network and road-based public transport networks integration exists between Gautrain, Rea Vaya, Metrorail and Metrobus within the City of Johannesburg public transport system. A case study research design approach that involved an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis was used. The case study research approach was used to formulate the study problem for detailed investigation, and to gather relevant and accurate information. The key informant interviews and community social mapping were used to supplement data collection methods. Data analysis and interpretations were conducted using techniques such as main content analysis, focal statistics analysis, and Geographic Information Applications. The results reveal that there are some areas where the route networks between the public transport systems are integrated. The results indicate that there are limited spaces where networks of urban public transport systems are integrated, and large sections of the networks are disconnected with no partnerships and sharing on infrastructure. The paper advocates that integrated public transport planning improves a city’s connectivity, providing a better mobility service, shorter journeys for the commuters, and brings people and places closer together. The network integration of the public transport modes will lead to better-quality service delivery, inter-connectivity of places of economic activity and advance quality of life.
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- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes , Gumbo, Trynos , Chakwizira, James
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Public transport, , networks , integration
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/481435 , uj:43623 , Citation: Risimati, B., Gumbo, T. & Chakwizira, J. 2020. The State of Rail and Road Route Transport Networks Integratedness in the City of Johannesburg: An expose.
- Description: Abstract: This paper unpacks the extent to which rail-network and road-based public transport networks integration exists between Gautrain, Rea Vaya, Metrorail and Metrobus within the City of Johannesburg public transport system. A case study research design approach that involved an empirical enquiry using spatial and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis was used. The case study research approach was used to formulate the study problem for detailed investigation, and to gather relevant and accurate information. The key informant interviews and community social mapping were used to supplement data collection methods. Data analysis and interpretations were conducted using techniques such as main content analysis, focal statistics analysis, and Geographic Information Applications. The results reveal that there are some areas where the route networks between the public transport systems are integrated. The results indicate that there are limited spaces where networks of urban public transport systems are integrated, and large sections of the networks are disconnected with no partnerships and sharing on infrastructure. The paper advocates that integrated public transport planning improves a city’s connectivity, providing a better mobility service, shorter journeys for the commuters, and brings people and places closer together. The network integration of the public transport modes will lead to better-quality service delivery, inter-connectivity of places of economic activity and advance quality of life.
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Investigating curriculum transformation pathways in technological planning schools : learning from conventional planning programmes and beyond
- Gumbo, Trynos, Risimati, Brightnes, Ingwani, Emaculate
- Authors: Gumbo, Trynos , Risimati, Brightnes , Ingwani, Emaculate
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Pathways , Curriculum Development , Higher Education
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/403591 , uj:33827 , Citation: Gumbo, T., Risimati, B. & Ingwani, E. 2019. Investigating curriculum transformation pathways in technological planning schools : learning from conventional planning programmes and beyond.
- Description: Abstract: The South African higher education terrain has undergone massive transformation through curriculum transformation involving programme alignment. There are three technical town planning schools out of the eleven town planning schools in South Africa and these were the hardest hit by the curriculum changes. These technical planning schools phased out technical programmes, and introduced bachelor and honours degrees. This paper investigates the possible pathways of curriculum transformation for technical planning schools critical to the retention of practical skills training within the new programmes. The paper adopted a phenomenological case study research design and applied the qualitative research approach. Content analyses were used to derive meaning from the collected data. Preliminary findings reveal three possible pathways that could be adopted by the technical planning schools to ensure that new curriculated degrees produce graduates with practical town planning skills. The new degree programmes that replaced technical programmes need to place graduates and universities at par with conventional universities in terms of recognition and quality. Pursuit to that, the paper recommends the infusion of the uniqueness of the phased technical programmes in the new degree programmes to deliver competitive, marketable qualifications that are preferred by students and valued by industry.
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- Authors: Gumbo, Trynos , Risimati, Brightnes , Ingwani, Emaculate
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Pathways , Curriculum Development , Higher Education
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/403591 , uj:33827 , Citation: Gumbo, T., Risimati, B. & Ingwani, E. 2019. Investigating curriculum transformation pathways in technological planning schools : learning from conventional planning programmes and beyond.
- Description: Abstract: The South African higher education terrain has undergone massive transformation through curriculum transformation involving programme alignment. There are three technical town planning schools out of the eleven town planning schools in South Africa and these were the hardest hit by the curriculum changes. These technical planning schools phased out technical programmes, and introduced bachelor and honours degrees. This paper investigates the possible pathways of curriculum transformation for technical planning schools critical to the retention of practical skills training within the new programmes. The paper adopted a phenomenological case study research design and applied the qualitative research approach. Content analyses were used to derive meaning from the collected data. Preliminary findings reveal three possible pathways that could be adopted by the technical planning schools to ensure that new curriculated degrees produce graduates with practical town planning skills. The new degree programmes that replaced technical programmes need to place graduates and universities at par with conventional universities in terms of recognition and quality. Pursuit to that, the paper recommends the infusion of the uniqueness of the phased technical programmes in the new degree programmes to deliver competitive, marketable qualifications that are preferred by students and valued by industry.
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Applicability of geo-location data to delineate the state of spatial integration of urban public transport operations in the City of Johannesburg
- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Transportation geography - South Africa - Johannesburg , Transportation - South Africa - Johannesburg - Planning - Data processing , Global Positioning System
- Language: English
- Type: M.Tech. (Operations Management)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/393799 , uj:32596
- Description: Abstract : The emphasis on developing well-integrated urban public transport systems has become a top priority in cities worldwide. In the past decades, most cities such as Johannesburg in South Africa have also prioritised improvements in urban mobility through mega investments in innovative urban public transport systems and strategic policy instruments. For example, the City of Johannesburg has invested in the Gautrain and Rea Vaya public transport modes. The Gauteng province and City of Johannesburg have further formulated relevant polices and legislative frameworks to inform the development of well-integrated urban public transport systems. However, the extent of spatial integration between the two urban public transport modes over the years has not been properly documented. In this study the extent of spatial integration of the Gautrain and Rea Vaya public transport modes has therefore been explored. A phenomenological case study survey and experimental research design were adopted which applied a mixed-method to collect spatial and qualitative data. Key informant interviews were used to unpack the status quo of the two public transport modes and the effectiveness of policies and legislation frameworks governing public transportation in Johannesburg. Crowd sourced datasets from Facebook and Twitter enabled visualisation of commuters’ movement patterns. It was found from the novel data analysed that there have been spirited efforts in Johannesburg to not only formulate relevant transport policy and legislative frameworks but also to facilitate the development of efficient and integrated modern public transport systems. The results however further reveal that the existing urban public transport networks are spatial disintegrated. There is little to no collaboration between the Gautrain and Rea Vaya, as they operate separately. In addition, the results reveal that the high commuters concentrations are commuters are situated near the stations, as current stations are located in the melting points of commuters. The highest commuter social media concentrations emerge from the city centre, particularly from Park Station stretching towards the western areas, into the residential spaces of the City. A comprehensive integrated transport planning framework is proposed to inform the spatial integration of the existing urban public transport systems and promote their efficiency. , M.Tech. (Operations Management)
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- Authors: Risimati, Brightnes
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Transportation geography - South Africa - Johannesburg , Transportation - South Africa - Johannesburg - Planning - Data processing , Global Positioning System
- Language: English
- Type: M.Tech. (Operations Management)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/393799 , uj:32596
- Description: Abstract : The emphasis on developing well-integrated urban public transport systems has become a top priority in cities worldwide. In the past decades, most cities such as Johannesburg in South Africa have also prioritised improvements in urban mobility through mega investments in innovative urban public transport systems and strategic policy instruments. For example, the City of Johannesburg has invested in the Gautrain and Rea Vaya public transport modes. The Gauteng province and City of Johannesburg have further formulated relevant polices and legislative frameworks to inform the development of well-integrated urban public transport systems. However, the extent of spatial integration between the two urban public transport modes over the years has not been properly documented. In this study the extent of spatial integration of the Gautrain and Rea Vaya public transport modes has therefore been explored. A phenomenological case study survey and experimental research design were adopted which applied a mixed-method to collect spatial and qualitative data. Key informant interviews were used to unpack the status quo of the two public transport modes and the effectiveness of policies and legislation frameworks governing public transportation in Johannesburg. Crowd sourced datasets from Facebook and Twitter enabled visualisation of commuters’ movement patterns. It was found from the novel data analysed that there have been spirited efforts in Johannesburg to not only formulate relevant transport policy and legislative frameworks but also to facilitate the development of efficient and integrated modern public transport systems. The results however further reveal that the existing urban public transport networks are spatial disintegrated. There is little to no collaboration between the Gautrain and Rea Vaya, as they operate separately. In addition, the results reveal that the high commuters concentrations are commuters are situated near the stations, as current stations are located in the melting points of commuters. The highest commuter social media concentrations emerge from the city centre, particularly from Park Station stretching towards the western areas, into the residential spaces of the City. A comprehensive integrated transport planning framework is proposed to inform the spatial integration of the existing urban public transport systems and promote their efficiency. , M.Tech. (Operations Management)
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