The variables influencing developmental local governance to promote sustainable communities and cities in South Africa
- De Wet, Martha Maria Marthina
- Authors: De Wet, Martha Maria Marthina
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Sustainable development , Sustainable urban development , Local government - South Africa , Municipal government - South Africa , Cities and towns - Growth
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/272071 , uj:28949
- Description: D.Litt. et Phil. , Abstract: The aim of this study was to gain an understanding of the nature and problems for developmental local governance to promote the sustainability of communities and cities in metropolitan municipalities in South Africa. Undeniably, urban governance has far-reaching consequences for local governance because urban population will continue to grow over time. Importantly, migration to urban areas can be expected to skyrocket as economies grow and cities provide more opportunities for the landless poor in the hope of finding employment. According to the National Development Plan (NDP) (National Planning Commission (NPC) 2012:260), “by 2030 South Africa should observe meaningful and measureable progress in reviving rural areas and in creating more functionally integrated, balanced and vibrant urban settlements”. The dual guiding research question of the thesis encapsulated the problem: What is the essence of the nature and challenges of good developmental urban local governance and how can innovative strategies promote the sustainable development of communities and cities in South Africa? The thesis provided a broad systematic conceptualization and contextualization of developmental and sustainable good local governance, urban resilience, new city governance and ‘smart cities’, the regulatory and institutional framework defining and regulating local governance and the theories and theoretical approaches underpinning developmental and sustainable local/urban governance. The emphasis of the thesis is placed on the functioning, problems, challenges and pressures of the sphere urban of local governance (within its constituent structures i.e. metropolitan municipalities) within given regulatory and structural parameters. This enquiry is premised on the view that in studying urban governance and implementation in general, and in South Africa in particular, specific factors, and structural and regulatory parameters have a profound effect on the sustainability of metros that should be taken into account. In the light of the above argument, the overarching perspective in which this study was grounded was that of a documentary and conceptual analysis using qualitative research techniques to explore and analyse the specific requirements that are set for the service delivery needs of the citizens in...
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- Authors: De Wet, Martha Maria Marthina
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Sustainable development , Sustainable urban development , Local government - South Africa , Municipal government - South Africa , Cities and towns - Growth
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/272071 , uj:28949
- Description: D.Litt. et Phil. , Abstract: The aim of this study was to gain an understanding of the nature and problems for developmental local governance to promote the sustainability of communities and cities in metropolitan municipalities in South Africa. Undeniably, urban governance has far-reaching consequences for local governance because urban population will continue to grow over time. Importantly, migration to urban areas can be expected to skyrocket as economies grow and cities provide more opportunities for the landless poor in the hope of finding employment. According to the National Development Plan (NDP) (National Planning Commission (NPC) 2012:260), “by 2030 South Africa should observe meaningful and measureable progress in reviving rural areas and in creating more functionally integrated, balanced and vibrant urban settlements”. The dual guiding research question of the thesis encapsulated the problem: What is the essence of the nature and challenges of good developmental urban local governance and how can innovative strategies promote the sustainable development of communities and cities in South Africa? The thesis provided a broad systematic conceptualization and contextualization of developmental and sustainable good local governance, urban resilience, new city governance and ‘smart cities’, the regulatory and institutional framework defining and regulating local governance and the theories and theoretical approaches underpinning developmental and sustainable local/urban governance. The emphasis of the thesis is placed on the functioning, problems, challenges and pressures of the sphere urban of local governance (within its constituent structures i.e. metropolitan municipalities) within given regulatory and structural parameters. This enquiry is premised on the view that in studying urban governance and implementation in general, and in South Africa in particular, specific factors, and structural and regulatory parameters have a profound effect on the sustainability of metros that should be taken into account. In the light of the above argument, the overarching perspective in which this study was grounded was that of a documentary and conceptual analysis using qualitative research techniques to explore and analyse the specific requirements that are set for the service delivery needs of the citizens in...
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Socioeconomic externalities of a green economy transition in South Africa : the case of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
- Authors: James, Ntandokabawo
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality (South Africa) , Economic development - South Africa - City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality , Sustainable development
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/477731 , uj:43175
- Description: Abstract: The concept of green economy has become one of a few environmentalism-inspired concepts that drive the sustainability of contemporary global economic growth. This concept was coined at the backdrop of the ecological economics theory and the sustainability paradigm. Ecological economics, a theory the lenses of which were used in undertaking this study, is a normative field which provides a platform to create linkages between ecology and neoclassical economics. Guided by the interpretive paradigm and its subjective epistemology in the context of the critical theory, this study investigates socioeconomic externalities of a transition to a green economy in a developmental state. Using the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality’s Food and Energy Centre and the Ga-Rankuwa Eco-Furniture Factory case studies, 60 interpersonal interviews supplemented by four (4) focus group discussions were conducted with the beneficiaries to understand the externalities of a transition to a green economy in the City. These were coupled with an analysis of municipal documents and desktop research as well as observations from the sites to guarantee richness, depth and breadth of this study. Data obtained from the field were organised and analysed thematically and inductive reasoning was used to compile and present emerging themes... , D.Phil. (Development Studies)
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- Authors: James, Ntandokabawo
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality (South Africa) , Economic development - South Africa - City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality , Sustainable development
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/477731 , uj:43175
- Description: Abstract: The concept of green economy has become one of a few environmentalism-inspired concepts that drive the sustainability of contemporary global economic growth. This concept was coined at the backdrop of the ecological economics theory and the sustainability paradigm. Ecological economics, a theory the lenses of which were used in undertaking this study, is a normative field which provides a platform to create linkages between ecology and neoclassical economics. Guided by the interpretive paradigm and its subjective epistemology in the context of the critical theory, this study investigates socioeconomic externalities of a transition to a green economy in a developmental state. Using the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality’s Food and Energy Centre and the Ga-Rankuwa Eco-Furniture Factory case studies, 60 interpersonal interviews supplemented by four (4) focus group discussions were conducted with the beneficiaries to understand the externalities of a transition to a green economy in the City. These were coupled with an analysis of municipal documents and desktop research as well as observations from the sites to guarantee richness, depth and breadth of this study. Data obtained from the field were organised and analysed thematically and inductive reasoning was used to compile and present emerging themes... , D.Phil. (Development Studies)
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The role of ecological governance on the success and sustainability of solar energy initiatives
- Authors: Netshiozwi, Edzisani Ellen
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Energy development , Solar energy industries , Sustainable development , Renewable energy sources , Solar energy - Economic aspects - South Africa - Limpopo
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/410974 , uj:34515
- Description: Abstract: Climate change phenomenon has in recent years made countries to rise together with concerted efforts to deal with its impact on the ecosystem, economy, public health and the socio-economic conditions. The energy sector in South Africa, much as globally, is the highest contributor to climate change because of its high emission levels of Green House Gasses (GHGs) that are mostly contributed by the electricity supply industry. Thus, the majority of climate change causes in South Africa are anthropogenic. Anthropogenic causes of climate change can only be addressed if there are proper strategies to internalise negative externalities of the current growth and development trajectory. In South Africa, where energy generation is dominated by coal burning, it became evident that this problem must be addressed, not as an option but a priority. The country embarked on a number of initiatives which among others include solar energy programmes... , D.Phil. (Development Studies)
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- Authors: Netshiozwi, Edzisani Ellen
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Energy development , Solar energy industries , Sustainable development , Renewable energy sources , Solar energy - Economic aspects - South Africa - Limpopo
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/410974 , uj:34515
- Description: Abstract: Climate change phenomenon has in recent years made countries to rise together with concerted efforts to deal with its impact on the ecosystem, economy, public health and the socio-economic conditions. The energy sector in South Africa, much as globally, is the highest contributor to climate change because of its high emission levels of Green House Gasses (GHGs) that are mostly contributed by the electricity supply industry. Thus, the majority of climate change causes in South Africa are anthropogenic. Anthropogenic causes of climate change can only be addressed if there are proper strategies to internalise negative externalities of the current growth and development trajectory. In South Africa, where energy generation is dominated by coal burning, it became evident that this problem must be addressed, not as an option but a priority. The country embarked on a number of initiatives which among others include solar energy programmes... , D.Phil. (Development Studies)
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The construction of natural resource scarcity : a qualitative study of two case study villages from Limpopo Province, South Africa
- Authors: Nortje, Karen
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Natural resources - South Africa - Limpopo , Natural resources - Management , Sustainable development
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/410990 , uj:34517
- Description: Abstract: Scarcity of natural resources in our world today is a serious issue but also controversial topic. Scientists tell us that the earth has available to its diverse population (human, fauna and flora) services provided by our ecosystems, and natural resources, which fuels a variety of processes necessary for life to be sustained. Some of these natural resources, such as water and land, are non-renewable. The biophysical reality of a diminishing natural resource base, especially non-renewable resources, is therefore of particular concern and importance. In response, international treaties and protocols are signed, and across the world citizens are encouraged to live more sustainably. Globally audiences are provided with numbers and data pertaining to the looming crises in terms of the availability of essential resources – and we are shocked. In a world where knowledge and information, no matter its origin, validity or reliability, is readily available, the state and sustainability of our natural resources, as well as our collective and individual role in curbing or exacerbating the situation, is open to perceptions, inferences, interpretations and constructions. Currently, many scientists are looking at ways to manage these resources in an equitable and sustainable way that can serve both human and natural stakeholders. High on the agenda is the availability of these natural resources, their sustainable management, and their ostensible scarcity. However, when ‘scarcity’ does not have the same meaning to all stakeholders involved, the management and distribution of resources, as well as coping strategies for risk and vulnerability become complex and easily misdiagnosed. Hence, I suggest that one has to go beyond the conventional and current dominant framings of natural resource scarcity. Rather, one should interrogate the intuitive metaphors, frameworks of explanation, socio-political processes, worldviews and epistemologies within which narratives of scarcity are constructed and produced... , D.Phil. (Anthropology)
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- Authors: Nortje, Karen
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Natural resources - South Africa - Limpopo , Natural resources - Management , Sustainable development
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/410990 , uj:34517
- Description: Abstract: Scarcity of natural resources in our world today is a serious issue but also controversial topic. Scientists tell us that the earth has available to its diverse population (human, fauna and flora) services provided by our ecosystems, and natural resources, which fuels a variety of processes necessary for life to be sustained. Some of these natural resources, such as water and land, are non-renewable. The biophysical reality of a diminishing natural resource base, especially non-renewable resources, is therefore of particular concern and importance. In response, international treaties and protocols are signed, and across the world citizens are encouraged to live more sustainably. Globally audiences are provided with numbers and data pertaining to the looming crises in terms of the availability of essential resources – and we are shocked. In a world where knowledge and information, no matter its origin, validity or reliability, is readily available, the state and sustainability of our natural resources, as well as our collective and individual role in curbing or exacerbating the situation, is open to perceptions, inferences, interpretations and constructions. Currently, many scientists are looking at ways to manage these resources in an equitable and sustainable way that can serve both human and natural stakeholders. High on the agenda is the availability of these natural resources, their sustainable management, and their ostensible scarcity. However, when ‘scarcity’ does not have the same meaning to all stakeholders involved, the management and distribution of resources, as well as coping strategies for risk and vulnerability become complex and easily misdiagnosed. Hence, I suggest that one has to go beyond the conventional and current dominant framings of natural resource scarcity. Rather, one should interrogate the intuitive metaphors, frameworks of explanation, socio-political processes, worldviews and epistemologies within which narratives of scarcity are constructed and produced... , D.Phil. (Anthropology)
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