1 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT.

1 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY SUPPORTED BY THE IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM APPROVALINTEGRATIONPROJECTSANALYSISSTRATEGY

2 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN THE UMGUNGUNDLOVU IDP SUPPORT TEAM Contact Person: Ms Buhle Ally – IDP Manager Tel. no: 033 – 897 6700 Supported by: Municipal Officials Iyer Rothaug Assisted by: Linda Masinga Urban-Econ Multi-Consult GAEA Projects Geodynamic Systems 25 April 2002 PREPARED BY:

3 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN FORWORD BY THE MAYOR OF UMGUNGUNDLOVU (TO BE INSERTED IN FINAL APPROVED REPORT) FORWARD

4 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE NO. 1.INTRODUCTION5 2.THE CURRENT REALITY9 3. THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME 27 4. IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK 117 5.PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER137 LIST OF ANNEXURES ANNEXURE 1: ALLOCATING FUNCTIONS & POWERS ANNEXURE 2: THE FINANCIAL STRATEGY ANNEXURE 3: THE CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY ANNEXURE 4: THE PLANNING STANDARDS ANNEXURE 5: PHASE 3 PROJECT REPORT ANNEXURE 6: PHASE 2 STRATEGY REPORT ANNEXURE 7: STRATEGY WORKING DOCUMENT ANNEXURE 8: PHASE 1 ANALYSIS REPORT

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6 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 1.1 BACKGROUND 1.1.1 THE CONTEXT OF THE PLAN Local government elections and the implementation of local government legislation, most notably the Municipal Systems Act, No 32 of 2000, has resulted in the restructuring of local government. New municipal entities have replaced previous Regional Councils and associated Sub-regions. The restructuring includes new boundaries as a result of the Municipal Demarcation process, as well as new roles and responsibilities within the general ambit of fostering developmental local government. As a result of local government restructuring within the KwaZulu Natal midlands region, the newly formed Umgungundlovu District Council (DC22) was created. The Umgungundlovu Municipality is responsible for and represents the major portion of the previous iNdlovu Regional Council and is an amalgamation of several of the previous sub-regions. The current ethos which drives municipal restructuring, and now functioning, is ensuring responsive and developmental local governance. A shift from traditional administrative functions, with minimal development intervention, characteristic of the past, to a proactive deliverer of services is a fundamental change confronting most municipalities. In achieving such, integrating development need, forward planning and strategy with municipal budgeting is an essential ingredient in pursuing developmental local government. It is mandatory through the Municipal Systems Act, that Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) be prepared. 1. INTRODUCTION

7 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 1.2 THE PLANNING PROCESS 1.2.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE IDP PROCESS The terms of reference for the IDP established by the uMgungundlovu District Municipality sets out the following key objectives: To complete an IDP in terms of current legislation, most notably the Municipal Systems Act; To prepare such a plan through a process of public participation; To ensure the creation of a strategic instrument that guides planning, budgeting, management and decision making within the municipality; To pursue integrated development in taking up the challenge of preparing an IDP; To ensure that the IDP is driven by an understanding of the issues and challenges confronting the district and to respond in a manner which establishes a strategic framework comprising of an appropriate vision, strategy, sectoral programmes, performance indicators, all underpinned by an appropriate financial framework. Phase 1: Analysis Assessment of existing development Priority issues or problems Phase 2: Strategies The vision, Objectives, Strategies, Identified projects Performance indicators, Project outputs, targets, Project related activities and time schedule, Cost and budget estimates Sectoral Programmes, 5 year capital investment programme, Integrated Spatial Development Framework, Institutional plan Phase 3: Projects Phase 4: Integration Phase 5: Approval 1.2.2 THE IDP PROCESS IN THE UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT COUNCIL The project Terms of Reference and Process Plan prepared by the Umgungundlovu District Municipality sets out clearly the project methodology based on the IDP guidelines. The diagram on the right identifies the key elements of the methodology and the expected outputs per phase. Importantly, this report represents Phase 4 of the IDP and is intended to serve as a consolidation of the process reflecting the key outcomes of the earlier phases.

8 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN SPATIALFRAMEWORK 1.3 USING THE IDP 1.3.1 THE IDP AT A GLANCE The IDP documents a process which has evolved over several months. This process comprised of technical phases of study coupled with an extensive participation process. The IDP in its entirety however, represents more than what can be captured on paper. As a point of departure therefore, this document must be viewed as a synopsis and is not intended to serve as a comprehensive record of the IDP. This IDP is a living plan! In taking development forward within Umgungundlovu, it is necessary to provide a synopsis of the key processes that emerged through the IDP. This document serves that purpose. It is structured in a succinct and graphic manner drawing from the various phase reports established through the process. Emphasis has been placed on issues needed to facilitate development. The bulk of the report therefore is focused on THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME which represents the integration and backbone of the IDP and provides useful information in facilitating delivery.It is envisaged that this section of report becomes the day to day working plan for the district municipality. It is important that it is read in conjunction with the more detail phase reports. These reports are attached as annexures and provide greater technical detail and background. The overall structure to this report is indicated in the diagram on the right. INTRODUCTION PURPOSE OF IDP PLANNING PROCESS THIS SECTION PROVIDES BACKGROUND TO THE IDP PROCESS STRATEGIC ISSUES FINANCIAL ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY THEPEOPLE OFTHEDISTRICT LOCALMUNICIPALITIES SPATIALFEATURES CURRENT REALITY PROJECTFUNDING STRATEGYOBJECTIVE GUIDINGPRINCIPLES VISION THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME APPROACH THE ISSUE UNPACKING THE ISSUES THIS SECTION PROVIDES AN OVERALL UNDERSTANDING OF THE DISTRICT SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION SECTION 2 – CURRENT REALITY SECTION 3 – THE STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK INSTITUTIOSTRATEGY THIS SECTION PROVIDES THE CONTEXT AND FRAMEWORK FOR DELIVERY FINANCIALSTRATEGY SECTION 4 – THE IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK THE IMPLEMENTAT. FRAMEWORK THIS SECTION REPRESENTS THE INTEGRATION PHASE OF THE IDP THIS SECTION CULIMINATES IN MANAGEMENT PROGRAMMES AND PLANS SECTION 5 – PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER THE PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER 5YR CAPITAL PROGRAMME 5 YR OPERATIONAL PLAN 5 9 27 117 137

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10 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.1 INTRODUCTION 2.1.2 THE DISTRICT AT A GLANCE Collectively Umgungundlovu accounts for approximately 9 190 km2 of land area with an estimated population of 872 612. The study area represents a diverse range of settlement including major urban centres, secondary and local centres as well as semi-rural and rural residential settlement. Consequently a diverse range of development needs exists across the district. Key urban and population centres located within the district include Pietermaritzburg, Howick, Mooi River, Richmond, Camperdown, Impendle, Vulindlela, Table Mountain and Etsheni. The study area is predominantly agricultural with urban activities based within the major centres. A rich natural environment and rural landscape contribute to a scenic environment synonymous with this part of the province. A key provincial feature located within the district is the National Road 3. Located centrally within the district and traversing the entire length of the district, the N3 offers substantial opportunity as a development corridor of national significance. 2.1.1 THE CURRENT REALITY This section of the report present an integrated analysis of the District. It draws primarily from the body of work established in Phase 1 of the process. Key issues addressed within the section include: a description of the key spatial features at a district scale to assist in orientating the reader of the broad background and issues impacting on the district. An overview of the local municipalities within the district providing pertinent information on each of the municipalities and indicating a generalised comparison of key developmental and socio-economic issues between municipalities. This assist in orientating the reader on where development pressures and needs occur. A description of socio-economic profile of the district which provides an understanding of the people of the district. Importantly, this section of the report contains an overview of the districts economy and highlights key issues within the economic sector. A broad description of the state of environment, And overview of the institutional structure of the district is provided to ensure that an understanding of the context within which development is to be pursued. Lastly, this section of the report concludes with an identification of the key strategic issues emanating from the detail anlysis and participation process.

11 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.2 KEY SPATIAL ISSUES & TRENDS PRIME LOCATION OF DISTRICT There is a need to maximise on development opportunities emanating from the prime connectivity of the district with markets, places and people. PRIME LOCATION OF DISTRICT WITHIN THE REGIONAL AND PROVINCIAL CONTEXT Accommodates major movement systems which provide prime linkage to the country as a whole and to adjacent Districts. SIGNIFICANT AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION AND OPPORTUNITY Large areas of the district are devoted to agricultural production. There is at the same time a decrease employment levels within this sector and a threat to natural environment. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF CENTRAL PORTION OF DISTRICT Relative concentration of opportunities in District found in central area which results in population migration and pressures on the central area suggesting a strain on local social and physical infrastructure DOMINANCE OF THE PIETERMARITZBURG COMPLEX High concentration of social and economic infrastructure exists within the PMB complex resulting in a development imbalance within the District. HISTORICAL FRAGMENTED AUTHORITY STRUCTURE Institutional restructuring requires greater levels of cooperation at a local government level in order to address the inherited fragmented authority structure and consequent even development pattern.

12 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.2 KEY SPATIAL ISSUES & TRENDS LACK OF SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL SUPPORT STRUCTURE Inadequate levels of service and social facility provision to sustain viable communities exists within major portions of the district. POPULATION CONCENTRATION AND DEVELOPMENT PRESSURE A loss of bio-diversity and threat to natural systems is evident through the in migration experienced within the district particularly within the central area. HIERARCHY OF DISTRICT LINKAGES There is potential for additional economic development and improved integration with adjacent areas through maximising on linkages.Potential for additional linkages and upgrading of existing exists. EXISTING SETTLEMENT HIERARCHY Basic structure comprising of key centres and access routes are in place in central portions of district, however there are gaps in the provision of centres within certain area removed from the central axis. UNCONTROLLED / DISPERSED HUMAN SETTLEMENT As a result of historical factors, in-migration, uncoordinated and uncontrolled development, settlement patterns are characterised by low density dispersed settlement and peripheral sprawl. THREAT TO NATURAL SYSTEMS Intensification of development, both formal and informal places increases threat on the natural environment which is exacerbated by intensive agriculture and uncontrolled settlement.

13 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.3 THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES 2.3.1 DISCRIPTION The Umgungundlovu District contains seven local municipal entities as reflected in the adjacent map. These include: KZ221 – Umshwati KZ222 – Umgeni KZ223 – Mpofana KZ224 – Impendle KZ225 – Umsunduzi KZ226 – Mkhambathini KZ227 – Richmond Representing an amalgam of former TLC area, agricultural landscapes, small towns and tribal areas, development intensity and need varies across these municipalities.

14 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.3.2 POPULATION DISTRIBUTION Umgungundlovu currently has a population of 872 612 people. Msunduzi is home to the largest portion (60%) of the district due to the number of firms, turnover generated within the locality and high wages and salaries, whilst Mpofana has the smallest population (3%) of the district as illustrated in the table below and the Diagram on the right. LOCAL MUNICIPALITYPOPULATION% UMSHWATI11413613 UMNGENI697418 MPOFANA247853 IMPENDLE339484 MSUNDUZI52180560 MKHAMBATHINI460895 RICHMOND621087 TOTAL872612100 It must be noted that the above population figures are based on the results of the 1996 Census and is in some cases disputed. Local municipalities indicate that population figures are considerably higher. However these represents the most reliable statistics currently available. As and when, more updated and accurate statistics become available the above table and accompanying diagrams should be updated. The population of Msunduzi is mostly urbanized in contrast to the population of the other local councils that tend to locate in traditional settlement areas, smaller villages and small dispersed settlements on commercial farms. 2.3 THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES Extending development dividends to people removed from the developed centres must be considered.

15 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.4 THE PEOPLE OF THE DISTRICT The district has a very youthful population in the 0 to 4 and 5 to 19 year age groups as indicated above. The percentage of the population in the 0 to 19 years age group in Impendle (53%), uMshwati (48%), Mkhambathini (47%), Richmond (46%) and Mpofana (46%) is high and suggests a greater need to invest into certain social infrastructure and that a large percentage of the population will enter the job market. A large proportion of the population in the sexually active age groups also indicates areas where the AIDS epidemic could potentially have a great impact. The population in Msunduzi and uMngeni can be viewed as more mature, and it can be expected that priorities in these areas may differ. As is the trend in South Africa in general, the population is characterised by a larger female population as illustrated in diagram above. 2.4.1 GENDER DISTRIBUTION 2.4.2 AGE PROFILE Gender equity, How do we facilitate this? What are the implications in planning for a younger population? Jobs, education, facilities?

16 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN Levels of unemployment in the district are high particularly in Impendle (52%) and uMshwati, Msunduzi and Richmond at 39%. The lowest unemployment figures are recorded for Mpofana, which may be due to the absence of major traditional settlement areas within the local council area.However this figure in the case of Mpofana, being based on the 1996 Census, has been suggested to be substantially different currently due to the recent closure of a number of firms within Mooi River. The diagram above illustrates the low household income figures of the district such that in a number of areas close to 70% of households have income of less than R1 500 per month which is substantially below the household subsistence levels. 2.4.3 LEVEL OF UNEMPLOYMENT WITH THE DISTRICT2.4.4 HOUSEHOLD INCOME Creating jobs must be a priority !Investigate strategies targeting income generation 2.4 THE PEOPLE OF THE DISTRICT

17 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.5 THE ECONOMY OF THE DISTRICT The largest contributor to the gross geographic product (GGP) is the former Pietermaritzburg Magisterial District contributing 75.1% to total GGP. This is a result of the concentration of the district’s economic activity in the area. Impendle contributes the least (0.4%) to total GGP which is an indication of the low levels of economic activity in the subregion which is largely rural. NOTE: GGP is a means of measuring the output or the performance of an economy defined as the total value, at factor cost, of final goods and services produced within a geographic area in a given year, by local as well as foreign firms. [1] The GGP information is currently only available on a Magisterial District level and therefore the majority of tables and diagrams following in this section reflect the key magisterial districts located in the uMgungundlovu District Municipality. 2.5.1 ECONOMIC STRUCTURE AND PERFORMANCE In terms of economic sectors, the manufacturing sector is the largest contributor (22.2%) to GGP of the economy. Manufacturing activity is largely concentrated around Pietermaritzburg, where dominant clusters include shoes, leather, aluminium products, chemical, food and furniture. The agricultural sector contributes 12.4% to the economy of the district and it is significant considering that the national and provincial contributions of this sector range at 5%. Commercial agriculture is dominated by sugar cane farming, animal products and forestry and in contrast agriculture in the rural settlements of the former Zululand areas takes place at a consumption level (with some contribution to household incomes). The trade sector’s contribution is significant, contributing 19.3% to GGP of the district while at the provincial level the contribution of this sector is lower at 16.5%. SECTORGGP ('R000)% CONTRIBUTION Agriculture118970112.4 Mining120940.1 Electricity1627301.7 Construction1934572.0 Manufacturing213280222.2 Trade185255819.3 Transport6145026.4 Finance151245615.7 Government159911416.6 Communication1448721.5 Other2031632.1 TOTAL9617450100

18 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN The GGP growth trend from 1972 to 1997 for uMgungundlovu and KwaZulu-Natal of 2.4% and 2.3% respectively indicates that the district’s and the province’s economies are strongly related. The diagram above illustrates that the largest percentage of the district’s labour force is employed in the agricultural sector, particularly in Mkhambathini, uMshwati, Richmond and Impendle. It is in Msunduzi and uMngeni where agricultural sector is not a dominant employer. The dominant employers in Msunduzi and Mngeni are social services (23%) and manufacturing (15%) and private household (17%) and social services (15%), respectively. 2.5.2 GGP GROWTH TREND2.5.3 EMPLOYMENT BY SECTOR Is greater diversification of employment required within the municipality? Economic development and growth strategies must extend across boarders ! 2.5 THE ECONOMY OF THE DISTRICT

19 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.6 THE ENVIRONMENT Protect and conserve the natural environment. A limited amount of environmentally sensitive land has been formally conserved. There is a need to rely on the co-operation of private landowners, particularly as valuable natural areas are often found on privately owned land. Ensure sustainability (adopt an environmental management plan for the region) Incorporate environmental aspects into strategic planning. Assess in detail the effect of development on the environment and consider the opportunities and constraints, which the environment places on development. The region includes the critical upper catchment areas, including those of some of KwaZulu Natal’s most important rivers. It is crucial that proper catchment management plans are drawn up and implemented in order to ensure the sustainable use and management of these areas. 2.6.1 ENVIRONMENTAL NEEDS IDENTIFIED

20 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.7 THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY 1.Current functional structure of the uMgungundlovu District Municipality was designed primarily for a project funding institution, viz. the JSB and Regional Council. In order to achieve its developmental mandate this structure will need to be revised. 2.A proposed revision of the functional structure is available, but uncertainty regarding functions and powers may delay the implementation thereof. 3.Clarity on the division of functions and powers needs to be established in order for the functional structure of the Municipality to be finalised. 4.Recommendations are currently being awaited from the Demarcation Board regarding the allocation of functions and powers. 5.Key requirements for the transformation of the District Council were indicated in the Amalgamation Plan. It is anticipated that funding for a number of listed requirements will not be made available. 6.Uncertainty relating to functions and powers impacts on the morale of staff who have now gone through several transformation processes. 7.The Municipality is set to move offices in the near future which may impact on its delivery of services. 8.The registry system of the municipality is outdated and requires revision to bring it in line with the requirements of the Registry Act. 9.The establishment of a district-wide IT system is under consideration. The need and practicalities relating to the implementation of such a system needs to be investigated. 10.It must be ensured that the procurement policy of the Municipality is in line with national requirement. The procurement policy must support the principles of affirmative action and Black Economic Empowerment. 11.The uMgungundlovu District Municipality will need to develop a range of by-laws relating to its allocated functions. The budget and capacity to develop these currently does not exist. 12.There exists substantial requirements for corporate marketing and awareness programmes to establish the District Municipality as a new authority. The council lacks funding to achieve this. 13.The impact of HIV/AIDS specifically on the staff of the Municipality needs to be considered and planned for. 14.The integration of the Employment Equity Act and the Skills Development Act on the human resources function of the uMgungundlovu District Municipality should be considered. 15.The implications of the Information Act on administrative processes of the Municipality needs to be considered. 16.The development of the skills of the staff of the Municipality is viewed as a key issue to be addressed in future planning activities. These skills must specifically relate to the developmental goals which the council will identify. 2.7.1 KEY INSTITUTIONAL ISSUES

21 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.7 THE DISTRICT M A need exists to develop a comprehensive strategy for maximising the levy income of the Council, this should include: considering the relevance of the current levy structure established in 1991; identification and registration of levy payers; managing the levy payers database and ensuring that information on which levy payments are based are updated. In considering the role of the District Municipality on economic development, and its investment in this, the impact of such programmes on levy income must be understood and considered. The future allocation of the equitable share to District Municipalities should be resolved by National Treasury to enable these municipalities to budget accordingly. Legal support required for the collection of outstanding levels is expensive and provision should possibly be made to undertake this function internally. The reliance of the District Municipality exclusively on the levy income and conditional grants and other creative approaches to obtaining development funds should be investigated. Although the Municipality have the option for gearing further loan funding this is not viewed as a viable alternative at present. The Structures Act makes the District Municipality responsible for a number of unfunded mandates. Clarity is required as to where funding for these functions should be sourced. The allocation of conditional grants are currently done on a project-by- project basis. Historically allocations to Sub-Regions was based on the percentage of the population of the Regional Council residing in the Sub- Region. Alternative approaches to the allocation of this funding needs to be considered (see DC22 IDP for proposals in this regard). Other sources of funding for capital development is available through the housing and land reform programmes. The approach to be followed to securing such funding from the relevant departments is, however, unclear. 2.7.2 KEY INCOME RELATED ISSUES SOURCES OF INCOME 2001/2002 BUDGET EQUITABLE SHARE ALLOCATION FOR UMGUNGUNDLOVU

22 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN The National Treasury has established limits to the increase of categories of expenditure which needs to be considered in future financial planning. These limits were not considered by the District Council in establishing the 2001/2002 budget (specifically referring to the increase in operational expenditure). The National Treasury recommends that 60% of levy income of District Councils be spent on capital development. The 2001/2002 budget makes only limited allowance for expenditure on capital development projects. No funding has been allocated by the District Municipality for fulfilling new functions as allocated to it in terms of the Structure Act. Fire services are the exception. The inability of the District Municipality to fund the operation and maintenance of previously developed projects is an issue of concern. The future ability of the District to achieve this is also seriously questioned in the light thereof that no income is generated from these projects Future expenditure budgeting will be guided by a clear vision of the funding responsibility of the District Municipality regarding the newly allocated functions. At present no framework for establishing such budgets exists. 2.7.3 KEY EXPENDITURE RELATED ISSUES 2.7 THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

23 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2.8 THE STRATEGIC ISSUES PHASE 1 A: SECTORAL ANALYSIS / STATUS QUO SECTOR REPORTS REP. FORUM MEETING 1 BREAKAWAY GROUPS KEY ISSUES KEY ISSUE 1 KEY ISSUE 3 KEY ISSUE 2 KEY ISSUE 4 PHASE 1 B: INDEPTH ANALYSIS / INTEGRATION REPORTS STRATEGIC ISSUES WORKSHOP 1 WORKSHOP 2 WORKSHOP 3 WORKSHOP 4 INTEGRATION REPORTS REP. FORUM MEETING 2 CONSOLIDATED PHASE 1 REPORT APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ENDORSEMENT THE STRATEGIC ISSUES PROVIDE A VITAL LINK AND REPRESENTS THE ‘CROSS-CUTTING” DIMENSIONS THAT EMERGE FROM THE ANALYSIS PHASE AND PROVIDE THE FRAMEWORK AROUND WHICH STRATEGY FORMULATION OCCURS. THE PROCESS TO ACHIEVING THESE HAS BEEN PARTICIPATORY INVOLVING STAKEHOLDERS FROM THE DISTRICT. THE DIAGRAM BELOW INDICATES THE PROCESS ADOPTED. THE STRATEGIC ISSUES ARE PRESENTED IN THE SUBSEQUENT PAGES.

24 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN STRATEGIC ISSUE STATEMENT OF ISSUE LAND REFORM & HOUSING Housing and land reform activities to date has not been successful in addressing the needs of the majority of the population of the district. However, housing and land reform provides a key opportunity for obtaining development funding and therefore promoting development. A FOCUS ON RURAL PEOPLE ACCESS TO INFRASTRUC- TURE A large proportion of the district population does not have access to appropriate and affordable levels of infrastructure. This impacts on general levels of health and welfare. In areas where infrastructure does exist it is often not maintained. ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY There exists a general lack of awareness regarding the environment within the District and specifically as it relates to development activities within the district. Key environmental issues facing the District in this regard includes solid waste management, water pollution and catchment degradation. GENDER EQUITY Due to a variety of reasons viz. how society defines roles, socially constructed attributes associated with being male/female etc. there generally does not exist equity in development processes. This lack of equity impacts on all levels of development, from the management of development to the beneficiaries of development. 70% of the rural population of the district resides on Ingonyama land and the remainder can classified as farm workers or farm residents. Limited development serving these groups has occurred in the in the past. Service delivery in these areas are ad hoc and uncoordinated. A low level of tenure security experienced by both groups.

25 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN STRATEGIC ISSUE STATEMENT OF ISSUE EDUCATION Education is referred to in its wider context to include school- based education, literacy and life skills training and specialised education (e.g. tertiary education). The access of communities to appropriate and high quality education is limited, this impacting directly on social and economic development.. ADDRESSING HEALTH Various factors impact on general health conditions of the population of the district including poor sanitation, lack of access to water, epidemics such as AIDS and cholera, limited health facilities and others. AIDS The HIV/AIDS epidemic affects all sectors of society within the District. As there is currently no cure for HIV/AIDS it will continue to also impact negatively on all development sectors, i.e. social, economic, infrastructure and welfare sectors. The current uncoordinated approach to addressing the predisposing factors and symptoms of the disease is a concern. SPORT & RECREATION At present sport and recreationis not provided the prominent place which it deserves in development policies. This sector can contribute to educating the youth, building a sense of community and in the medium to longer term reducing crime levels. Lack of facilities is a major constraint in this sector and in many cases facilities that exist are inappropriate. ART & CULTURE At present arts and culture is not provided the prominent place which it deserves in development policies. This sector can contribute to educating the youth, building a sense of community and promote economic development. Lack of facilities is a major constraint in this sector and in many cases facilities that exist are inappropriate. FOCUS ON THE YOUTH Statistics indicate that a high proportion of the uMgungundlovu population (approx. 50%) falls within the 0 to 19 years age category. No specific focus has previously been placed on planning with needs of this group in mind. This group represents those most vulnerable to the AIDS pandemic, unemployment and other social ills. Redirecting development spending to target this group will be an investment in the future.

26 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN STRATEGIC ISSUE STATEMENT OF ISSUE DISASTER MANAGEMENT The District is faced by a wide variety of disasters the extent of which differs substantially. At present disaster management in the district is uncoordinated and the only substantial capacity exists with the Msunduzi Municipality. This impacts substantially on the ability of the District to fulfill its role in terms of disaster management. CRIME Crime and security is within the South African context an issue impacting negatively on all sectors of society and therefore also on most development activities. Failure to address the issue of crime/security will impact negatively on the Integrated Development process and future initiatives of the District. POVERTY ALLEVIATION Poverty is a multi- faceted problem which requires a multi- pronged approach for its eradication. Although poverty alleviation is the focus of activities of various departments these initiatives are said to have had limited success to date. Lack of coordination is often indicated to be a key contributor to the lack of success. UNEMPLOYMENT Unemployment levels are generally high ranging from 52% in Impendle to 39% in uMshwati, Msunduzi and Richmond respectively. Unemployment will impact on development in a number of ways, viz. it impacts on affordability levels of services, the access of communities to services, levels of crime, general health and welfare etc. INVESTMENT Attracting investment to the region is essential for ensuring sustained economic development. Levels of investment is, however, low which is attributed to a number of reasons. Attracting investment will require a sustained effort from all stakeholders within the municipality.

27 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3. THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME

28 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.1 THE INTRODUCTION The Strategic Programme represents the backbone of the IDP. This programme indicates how the District Municipality sees development within its area unfolding over the next 5 years (2002 – 2006), but specifically for the remainder of the term of the current Council. The Strategic Programme for uMgungundlovu was developed with the full participation of all stakeholders through a series of Representative Forum meetings and focussed workshops (a workshop on each of the Strategic Issue). The Strategic Programme achieves the following: through the Vision and Mission: it focuses all activities of the District to achieving one common vision accepted by all stakeholders within the Municipality; through the Objectives: it sets the broad Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Council and it’s officials also focussing the efforts of the Municipality on achieving these specific objectives. through the Strategies: it indicates how the Council, over the next five years, will set out firstly to achieve its objectives and ultimately its vision; and through the Projects: it provides substance to the strategies by indicating the activities and projects relating to each strategy which the Council will set out to implement. On the basis of the above the Strategic Programme section of the IDP is divided into three sections. The Introduction – The remainder of this section explains the approach taken to the development of strategies and the identification of projects. The Vision and Mission – Which clearly states the direction in terms of which the Council wishes to develop over the next 5-years and thereafter. Unpacking the Strategic Issues (Integration Reports) – Focussing on those issues identified in Phase 1 of the process it sets out to develop the approach which the Municipality and Stakeholders will take to addressing the Strategic Issues. It identifies and summarises each of the Strategic Issues, it identifies the resources available for addressing the strategic issue, it sets objectives and strategies and then finally provide an overview of identified projects related to each of the strategic issues ABOUT THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME

29 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN The diagram reflects the approach adopted to developing the strategic programme for the uMgungundlovu District Municipality. A key feature of the approach was that the development of strategies was not done in isolation, but with due consideration of the vision, objectives, resources available and the decision-support framework (or implementation framework). The steps included: Step 1: Strategic Issues: As identified in Phase 1 of the IDP process Step 2: Vision and Mission: Developed at a RF meeting based on the strategic issues identified. Step 3: Considering the Decision Support Framework: This includes consideration of the Spatial Development Framework, the Planning Standards,, the financial strategy and the institutional strategy. Step 4: Working objectives: Developed through focussed workshops with the Technical Team and approved at a RF meeting. These reflect the performance indicators for the 5-year planning period for each of the strategic issues identified. Step 5: Resource Framework: This step identified specifically human and financial resources available for addressing the various strategic issues. All relevant government departments were approached to determine the extent of funding available. Step 6: Developing the strategies: Developed in focussed workshops. Following the generation of alternative strategies in the focussed workshops the final strategies to be implemented were selected. Step 7: Projects: Projects were identified in Technical Team meetings, RF meetings and focussed workshops. DEVELOPING THE STRATEGIC PROGRAMME 3.1 THE INTRODUCTION

30 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.2 THE VISION AND MISSION UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY WILL EVOLVE INTO A VIABLE AND DYNAMIC METROPOLITAN AREA INCORPORATING THE CAPITAL OF KWAZULU-NATAL WITH A VIBRANT ECONOMY, INTEGRATED SERVICE DELIVERY AND IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL ITS PEOPLE. The Mission established to guide the activities of Council in achieving the vision states that: THE UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY WILL THROUGH SOUND GOVERNANCE AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION ENSURE THE PROVISION OF EQUITABLE AND SUSTAINABLE SERVICES AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

31 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.3 GUIDING PRINCIPLES As far back as March 2001 the District Municipality established a basic set of principles and values to be adhered to in the implementation of it’s strategic programme. The principles and values to be adhered to are listed below. In all of our actions the District Council and its staff will: Maintain customer focus and strive for quality, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability in the delivery of all our services; Develop a high performance and excellence culture based on innovation and development; Undertake the responsibility with stewardship and play a leadership role on issues of importance to the District; Actively seek and forge mutually beneficial partnerships with all its stakeholders; Communicate effectively with all local municipalities and the broader community; Act with respect, honesty, trust and empathy; Render services with utmost diligence and professionalism and without fear or prejudice; Promote ongoing development of management and adaptable skills to cope with changes in the environment and customer expectations; Advocate on behalf of our District’s needs and expectations with other spheres of government and development agencies; Ensure equity, equal opportunities and social justice in all programmes and deliberations; and Be inclusive, transparent, accountable, and act with integrity. DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

32 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4 UNPACKING STRATEGIC ISSUES The “unpacking” of the Strategic Issues in this section represents the integration of the products and processes of Phase One to Phase Three of the IDP process. It focusses and is structured around the 15 key issues (+ 6 sub-issues for engineering services) identified in the Phase 1 Analysis. The issues are reflected on the next page. The analysis of each strategic issue is divided into four components. The four components are each reflected on a slide. The components are: 1) Issue Analysis: This sheet presents an overview of the Strategic Issue, including a summary issue statement, a listing of causes and effects, the desired outcome in terms of this issues, the resources available for addressing the issue and lastly an indication of the strategies. 2) Approach: On this sheet the approach of the District Municipality is discussed in broad terms. Specific goals to be addressed through the activities relating to this issue is formulated and the approaches to achieving these goals are discussed. 3) Objectives (KPIs) and Strategies: This sheet sets basic objectives (KPIs) for each of the Strategic Issues and link the strategies to these. An indication is provided of the projects/activities identified to address the issue. 4) Projects: The last sheet(s) lists the projects identified relating to each of the strategic issues. The basic information on projects reflected in this section includes project number, project name, type of project, funding responsibility, budget requirements and timeframes. More detailed information relating to each of the projects is reflected in the Phase 3: Projects Report contained in Annexure 5. It is important to note that in order to develop a better understanding of the projects identified these have bee categorised in terms of projects and activities. Various types of projects and activities have also been identified. This is reflected in the project lists attached. PROJECTS · Planning project: A planning project will be a project aimed firstly at the more detailed analysis of a specific issue or issues, followed by the identification of key activities or projects (institutional or capital) to be implemented. · Capital project: A capital project for the purpose of the IDP will be projects requiring substantial investment (either by the District or other stakeholders) and would usually result in the establishment of an asset, i.e. infrastructure development, a landfill site, a tourism facility etc. · Institutional project: An institutional project will primarily be a project of an administrative or facilitative nature. Such projects will be aimed at establishing or increasing the capacity of the District to perform specific functions. Although the cost components of institutional projects will generally not be high it may have a long term impact where new positions or structures are created. · ACTIVITIES · Promotion activity: In terms of the strategic framework developed by the District strategic decisions were taken regarding approaches to be adopted to addressing key issues. As the District does not assume direct responsibility for some of these functions it can only focus on promoting the accepted approaches. These activities are referred to as “Promotion Activities”. · Coordination activity: In terms of the allocation of functions and powers, and the interpretation of the District thereof, the District assumes a major role in the coordination of projects and activities. A number of specific such coordination activities relating to the various strategic issues have been identified. Institutional activity: This represents an ongoing facilitation or administrative activity of the District to be integrated into the day-to-day management and operation.

33 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN KEY PERFORMANCE AREA STRATEGIC ISSUE INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES 1.LAND REFORM AND HOUSING  2.A FOCUS ON RURAL PEOPLE  3.ACCESS TO SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE *  4.ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY  SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 5.GENDER EQUITY  6.A FOCUS ON THE YOUTH  7.EDUCATION  8.ADDRESSING HEALTH  9.ADDRESSING HIV/AIDS  10.SPORTS AND RECREATION  11.ARTS AND CULTURE  12.DISASTER MANAGEMENT  13.CRIME AND SECURITY  ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 14.POVERTY ALLEVIATION  15.UNEMPLOYMENT  16.INVESTMENT  SPATIAL FRAMEWORK 17.STRENGTHENING THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK  INSTITUTIONAL DEV. 18.DEVELOPING THE DISTRCT MUNICIPALITY  FINANCIAL 19.FINANCIAL STRATEGY  3.4 UNPACKING STRATEGIC ISSUES

34 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.1 LAND REFORM AND HOUSING ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Housing and land reform activities to date has not been successful in addressing the needs of the majority of the population of the district. However, housing and land reform provides a key opportunity for obtaining development funding and therefore promoting development. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Department of Housing – R70 million per annum Department of land affairs – R320 million over 5 years Land Bank Department of Provincial and Local Government – LED fund Ithala CMIP (insert MTF) Lending Institutions Department of Agric District (Housing Manager) Land Reform DCC DLA District Other Service Providers NGOs OVERVIEW: Causes: Urban focus, developer-consultant driven, quality of developments, re-active approach, “willing-buyer willing-seller”, lack of clarity on products Results: Unsustainable settlements, artificial migration, uncoordinated development DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Sustainable and integrated settlements LED / affordability Move away from urban focus Accreditation / greater control of funding Access to an adequate level of housing and security of tenue. 1.Institutional structuring for delivery 2.District-wide integrated housing delivery 3.Land reform implementation for sustainability

35 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.1.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The District views development processes as an important tool for ensuring the continued redistribution of resources (specifically land) to previously disadvantaged groups. The contribution which subsidies relating to land reform and housing processes can make to capital development and investment is acknowledged. The District wishes to promote (1) the effective and sustainable utilisation of the subsidies and (2) access for all communities to such subsidies. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to integrate the activities of all stakeholders relating to land reform and housing; to ensure the access of all to subsidies relating to these programmes; to ensure the equitable distribution of subsidies to all areas; and to develop efficient processes for the delivery of land reform and housing. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS: The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District Municipality will fulfill the role of coordinator of land reform and housing activities. For this purpose a Housing and Land Reform Steering Committee will be established on which all key stakeholders in these processes will be represented. The Steering Committee will guide implementation in the District, supporting the activities of local municipalities. The Steering Committee will also be responsible for the prioritisation of projects where funding is limited and the development of a land reform and housing programme. The housing and land reform processes in the various local municipalities will be monitored and where necessary the Steering Committee will intervene to ensure efficient delivery. To ensure access for all to subsidies the District will through information programmes ensure that all communities understand and are in position to access the available subsidies. An information programme relating to the Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development Programme will be the first step in achieving this. Achieving the equitable distribution of subsidies is addressed by the District through the establishment of a basic objective to ensure that 50% of allocated housing subsidies relate to rural areas. This objective is aimed at ensuring the provision of housing (and infrastructure) in areas outside of formal urban areas where in the past an urban bias has been adopted. As land reform and housing processes are complicated the District will continue to endeavor to contribute to these processes rather than delay such processes. For this purpose clear mechanisms for processing housing, land redistribution, LRAD, ESTA and LTA related applications will be established as an urgency. The availability of clear planning and land use management guidelines to support the activities of implementing agents will be essential. Close coordination between the District and the Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs will contribute to this.

36 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.1.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Establish 4000 housing opportunities p.a.annum (50% located in the rural areas) (2) Approval and implementation of LRAD Subsidies (by 2005 1000 small scale farmers p.a.) Institutional structuring for delivery 1.Establish Land Reform and Housing Steering Committee 2.Develop a Land Reform and Housing Information Programme District-wide integrated housing delivery 1.Identify and prioritise projects 2.Establish mechanisms for allocation of funding 3.Programme for developing Land Use Management Systems Land reform implementation for sustainability 1.Information programme on LRAD 2.Finalisation of existing projects 3.Develop mechanisms for supporting LTA and ESTA processes OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

37 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.1.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 1: LAND REFORM AND HOUSING

38 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.2 A FOCUS ON RURAL PEOPLE ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: 70% of the rural population of the district resides on Ingonyama land and the remainder can classified as farm workers or farm residents. Limited development serving these groups has occurred in the in the past. Service delivery in these areas are ad hoc and uncoordinated. A low level of tenure security experienced by both groups, i.e. residents on Ingonyama Land and farmworkers, impacts on levels of development. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION DTLGA (Planning Frameworks) DoH DLA DoA Private landowners Other Service Provider DTLGA (Capacity building) District – Land Reform DCC DoH DLA DoA Farmers Associations Farmworker groups NGOs/CBOs Other Service Provider OVERVIEW: Causes: Low levels of tenure security, absence of suitable planning frameworks, capacity of tribal authorities, lack of cooperation between farmers and workers, uncertainty regarding development processes, lack of information regarding development opportunities, lack of understanding of development issues (specifically in case of farm workers and residents). Results: Limited uncoordinated, ad hoc development DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Integration/amalgamation of Ingonyama Trust into municipalities Implementation of Act Creating acceptable levels of employment and social infrastructure Establish planning frameworks Land tenure act will be implemented 1.Promoting development on Ingonyama Land 2.Building the capacity of farmworkers 3.Promoting farmworker tenure security

39 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.2.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH As the majority of rural residents of the uMgungundlovu District Municipality resides on Ingonyama Trust Land and on privately owned farm land it must be ensured that these areas are fully integrated into the developmental activities within the District. Historically apartheid policies and more recently issues relating to land tenure impacted negatively on the level of development aimed at people residing on farms and on Ingonyama Trust land. The District will through its approach ensure the full integration of these people into the spatial structure and the development programmes of the District Municipality. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to ensure the full integration of Ingonyama Trust areas into the spatial framework of the District; to remove any land tenure related obstacles for future development on Ingonyama land and to provide people residing on farms with security of tenure; to promote cooperation between Tribal Authorities, and representatives of farm workers, and Local Authorities aimed at the sustainable development of these areas; and to encourage access of these identified groups to all forms of social, infrastructural and economic development. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. Consideration of the integration of Ingonyama Trust areas into the District and Local Municipality areas was a primary consideration in the development of the District spatial development framework. The spatial development framework presented in this report indicates that this was successfully achieved. Although mechanisms are in place to facilitate security of tenure on Ingonyma Land these have as yet not been clearly formulated and communicated to all stakeholders. Residents on farms are also generally not aware of their rights relating to land tenure. The District acknowledges the importance thereof and will continue to work with the Ingonyama Trust Board, the Department of Land Affairs and other stakeholders to formulate and communicate the procedures and land tenure options available to both internal and external stakeholders. Succesfull development on Ingonyama land will require a high level of cooperation between Traditional Authorities and the Local Authorities. To achieve this the District has taken on the responsibility for the establishment of a forum at which the buy-in of Traditional Authorities in the development related activities, such as integrated development planning, will be obtained. The District will encourage such coordination on the Local Municipality level. Successfully addressing the needs of people living on farms also require a greater level of interaction between local municipalities, people living on farms and farm owners. The District will continue to promote and monitor the implementation of this principle. The above establishes an environment conducive to development and needs to be built on through focussed intervention and development in the various areas. To this end the District has established a “more rural bias” in terms of all its development programmes, e.g. its objective is to ensure that 50% of future housing subsidies is allocated to rural areas.

40 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.2.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS (1) Establish a consultative forum with traditional leaders and stakeholders to discuss development related issues by 2002 (2) Empower and integrate farmworkers/residents into development processes Promoting development on Ingonyama land 1.Clarify process for development approval on Ingonyama land 2.Establish consultative forum 3.Programme for development of Land Use Management Systems 4.Economic development feasibility studies Building the capacity of people living on farms 1.Monitor representation of farm workers and residents on local ward committees 2.Encourage communication between local municipalities, farm workers/ residents and farmers (Record of Understanding) 3.Research Project on Farmworker Needs Promoting tenure security for people living on farms 1.See Strategic Issue 1 – Land Reform and Housing Promoting provision of basic services to people living on farms 1.Clarify responsibility for basic service provision to persons living on farms 2.Investigate development of by-laws to govern basic service provision on farms 3.Link to Strategic Issue 3 the provision of sustainable infrastructure

41 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.2.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 2: A FOCUS ON RURAL PEOPLE

42 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3 ENGINEERING SERVICES OVERVIEW OF APPROACH Ensuring that all residents of the District have access to basic services is viewed as one of the core functions of the municipality. To date the uncertainty regarding functions and powers prevented the municipality from planning for this. In the absence of national guidance in this regard the District developed its understanding of the allocation of functions and powers (reflected in Annexure 1) and this interpretation guided the IDP planning. The District has and will continue to ensure that appropriate planning for the provision of key infrastructure components are in place and updated on a regular basis. This planning will guide the distribution of funding by the District to Local Municipalities. The District will also in future fulfill a key role in terms of local municipality capacity development and monitoring local level implementation process. Where required it will provide additional capacity to the local municipalities. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to put in place appropriate and updated planning for infrastructure provision on the District level; to develop bulk and district level infrastructure and facilities as required to ensure effective infrastructure provision; to build the capacity of local municipalities and where necessary to fulfill certain functions on behalf of local municipalities; to promote the implementation of good infrastructure management practices. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified with regard to each of the infrastructure types were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District has in the past taken the initiative to undertake District- wide infrastructure planning processes. The preparation of the Electrification Plan, Water Services Development Plan, Cemeteries and Crematoria Plan, and Solid Waste Plan are well-advanced. These Plans will coordinate service delivery and guide implementation and should be updated on a regular basis. Guided by the plans the District will provide bulk infrastructure as required. Currently plans for developing district solid waste and cemetery sites are underway. A pragmatic approach has been taken to the interpretation of Section 84(1) of the Structures Act (the allocation of functions and powers). Where a function has been assigned to the District, but local capacity to implement and manage it exists, the local municipality will continue to take responsibility for the function in terms of an implementation agency agreement with the District. The District will further continue to support capacity building relating to service provision in each of the municipalities. In terms of its overall coordination function the District will continue to promote the implementation of good infrastructure management processess, including the implementation of the basic free water and electricity scheme, cost recovery, maintenance etc.

43 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.1 ACCESS TO WATER ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: A large proportion of the district population does not have access to appropriate, affordable levels of water infrastructure. This impacts on general levels of health and welfare within these areas. In areas where infrastructure does exist high water losses and water wastage occurs. Some for all not all for some Consider DWAf policy Projects that are not functional get running first No water supply as priority areas Project funds committed FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION DWAF condition grant National Treasury Equitable Share CMIP Department of Housing Funding Mvula Trust Income from tariffs on both District and Local level District Levy Income International funders, e.g. DANCED Municipal Service Partnerships with willing Water Services Authority Water Services Authority District Technical Services Department District Financial Department Implementing Agents: District, Umgeni Water, Mvula Trust OVERVIEW: Causes: (As for engineering services in general) Results: Lack of services, lack of community ownership of projects, exposure to diseases such as cholera, impacts negatively on general levels of health DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Every citizen of the district with access to clean water Payment for services rendered Providing affordable levels of services Proper usage of water avoiding wastage Linking water provision with sanitation Standardisation of water tariffs (in line with level of service) District as an Implementing Agent for DWAF and CMIP Programmes 1.Improvement of the basic level of water services 2.Establishing MSPs for efficient delivery 3.User pay for higher level of service 4.Maintain existing infrastructure 5.Establish implementation capacity in District

44 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.1 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Each household to have access to potable water (not necessarily piped) within 200m by the end of the 2004/5 financial year (2) DM to monitor and encourage compliance with the free basic water programme Improvement of the basic level of water services 1.Establish water policy for district, incl. policy on free basic water 2.Appropriate technology in unserviced areas using reservoirs, groundwater, and rainwater harvesting Establishing MSPs for efficient delivery 1.Formalise service agreements with service providers, agents and other partners User pay for higher level of service 1.Promote installation of prepayment systems in schemes providing higher level of service 2.Promote debt collection to be actively managed with strict credit controls Maintain existing infrastructure 1.Encourage the implementation of water loss management systems. 2.Ensure preventative maintenance programme implemented OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS Establish implementation capacity in District 1.Establish engineering capacity 2.Establish financial and administrative capacity

45 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.1 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3A: ACCESS TO WATER

46 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.2 ACCESS TO SANITATION Water Services Authority District Technical Services Department District Financial Department Implementing Agents: District, Umgeni Water, Mvula Trust HUMAN/INSTITUTIONFINANCIAL Causes: (As for engineering services in general) Results: Lack of services, lack of community ownership of projects, exposure to diseases such as cholera, impacts negatively on general levels of health, contamination of ground water. A large proportion of the district population does not have access to appropriate, affordable levels of sanitation infrastructure. This impacts on general levels of health and welfare within these areas. In areas where infrastructure does exist it is often not maintained. 1.Apply appropriate technology to ensure sustainability 2.User pays for all services above basic level of service cost recovery on projects must be sustainable Incremental improvement in L.O.S. i.e.Pragmatic Innovative approach 3.Maintaining the levels of service in areas with higher levels of service. 4.Use water service providers and support Service Agents Maximise grant funding Every citizen of the district with access to proper sanitation Payment for services rendered Providing affordable levels of services Proper usage of sanitation infrastructure Linking water provision with sanitation Standardisation of sanitation tariffs (in line with level of service) Community awareness relating to appropriate usage of water and sanitation services developed DWAF allocation to District – R13 million per annum) Department of Housing Funding Mvula Trust Income from tariffs on both District and Local level District Levy Income International funders, e.g. DANCED STRATEGIES: OVERVIEW: RESOURCES:ISSUE STATEMENT: DESIRED OUTCOME:

47 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Each household have access to at least a Ventilated Improved Pit Latrine (WHO Standard) by 2004/5 (2) By 2003 have awareness programme in place focussing on health and hygiene Free basic sanitation 1.Appropriate technology programme using local community labour intensive methods to reduce capital cost to service provider User pay for higher level of service 1.Water borne services to be provided only when it will be affordable and sustainable. Cost to be recovered together with the water charges. Maintain existing services 1.Preventative maintenance programme to be implemented OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

48 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.2 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3B: ACCESS TO SANITATION

49 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.3 ACCESS TO ELECTRICITY Department of Minerals and Energy Eskom REDs (Regional Electricity Distribution) Local Electricity Distributors No human capacity required on district level, pending decision on REDs HUMAN/INSTITUTIONFINANCIAL Causes: (As per engineering services in general) Results: Pressure on environment, high cost of energy A large proportion of the district population does not have access to appropriate, affordable levels of electricity. This impacts on general levels of health and quality of life within these areas. It further impacts on the quality of essential services such as education and health 1.Provide access to free basic electricity 2.User pay for higher level of electricity service 3.Fund capital short fall for grid electricity All resident will have access to appropriate form of energy. District to create a conducive environment within which DME implementing agents (e.g. Eskom) can work Implementation of government policy on free electricity Treasury Equitable Share as allocated to Local Councils Department of Minerals and Energy Local Council Tariffs District Levy Income STRATEGIES: OVERVIEW: RESOURCES:ISSUE STATEMENT: DESIRED OUTCOME:

50 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.3 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS To provide an additional 4 000 electricity connections (grid or non-grid) per annum of which 50% will be located in rural areas Provide access to free basic electricity 1.Appropriate technology programme to provide free basic electricity (grid or non-grid) User pay for higher level of electricity service 1.Promote the installation of prepayment systems in schemes providing higher levels of service 2.Encourage active management of debt collection with strict credit controls Fund capital short fall for grid electricity 1.Using external funding reduce the capital cost to service provider to bring it below the connection threshold (R3 500 per connection OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

51 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3C: ACCESS TO ELECTRICITY

52 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.4 ACCESS TO TRANSPORT Department of Transport Local Municipalities District (Roads Engineer) HUMAN/INSTITUTIONFINANCIAL Causes: Divided responsibility in terms of roads (other as per engineering services in general) Results: Communities lack access to key facilities and services, negative impact on economic development The transport infrastructure in the region is failing due to the lack of funding for the maintenance of roads and the lack of quality transport routes in the rural/tribal areas specifically. This situation specifically limits the access of communities to facilities and services. It also impacts on the levels of economic development and investment. 1.District to act as conduit for distribution of road construction funds 2.Co-ordinate roads development and maintenance To ensure each communities have easy access to facilities and services located in service centres Each community to have road access to service centre and key facilities. To promote and create a conducive environment for economic development Coordinate transport network development with other forms of infrastructure development Roads appropriately maintained Resolve roles and responsibilities of Department and District Department of Transport Local Municipalities District Levy income CMIP National Roads Agency STRATEGIES: OVERVIEW: RESOURCES:ISSUE STATEMENT: DESIRED OUTCOME:

53 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.4 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS To ensure that all service centres (tertiary, secondary, municipal and district) are serviced with appropriate road network, i.e. all weather access with storm water, by end of 2004/5 financial year District to act as conduit for distribution of road construction funds 1.Appropriate technology programme using community labour to reduce cost and ensure buy-in from community Co-ordinate roads development and maintenance 1.Develop transport management plan 2.Develop road engineering capacity 3.Establishing a roads coordinating committee 4.Lobby for provincial roads through towns OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

54 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.4 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3D: ACCESS TO TRANSPORT

55 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.5 ACCESS TO SOLID WASTE District Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs DWAF HUMAN/INSTITUTIONFINANCIAL Causes: High cost of landfill sites, lack of access to services for a large proportion of the population, lack of education relating to waste management. Results: Existing landfill sites reaching capacity, communities not access to solid waste removal. Major landfill sites in the district is reaching capacity even though the majority of the population does not have access to solid waste removal services. Landfill sites are expensive to develop and the dispersed nature of settlement impacts on the coordination of service delivery. 1.Acess to solid waste removal 2.Establish MSPs for development and management of landfill sites To manage solid waste landfill sites through BOT (build- operate-transfer) conctracts Encourage recycling and waste minimisation Tri-partite partnerships between public, private and community sectors to be encouraged. District Levy income CMIP Private sector investment (link to BOT) Local municipalities STRATEGIES: OVERVIEW: RESOURCES:ISSUE STATEMENT: DESIRED OUTCOME:

56 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.5 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1)To finalise the identification of solid waste landfill sites/other possibilities by June 2002 (2002/3 budget allocation) (2) To establish build- operate-train-transfer contracts for the development of sites (3) Budget allocation for Waste Management for 2002/3 financial year Access to solid waste removal 1.Ensuring the collection of basic solid waste removal 2.Establish education programme for proper on-site disposal of waste Establish MSPs for development and management of landfill sites 1.District to provide guidance to LMs in establishment of MSPs (guidance MSP White Paper) 2.MSP partnership business plans 3.Specific landfill site BOTT project to be implemented OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

57 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.5 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3E: ACCESS TO SOLID WASTE

58 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.6 ACCESS TO CEMETERIES District Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs DWAF HUMAN/INSTITUTIONFINANCIAL Causes: Lack of facilities, AIDS, no co-ordinated regional planning in the past, high cost of facilities, limited land available, lack of resources to operate and manage. Results: Continued burials in unsuitable locations, potential of groundwater contamination, prevent development. Cemeteries within the district does not have the required capacity to service the district in the medium to long term. Short term capacity is also limited. AIDS is having a dramatic impact on the capacity. All but two cemeteries will run out of capacity in the next two to three years. Cremation is in many cases culturally unacceptable. 1.Identify new cemeteries 2.Establish MSPs for the development and operation of cemeteries 3.Develop and promote alternative approaches to burial Ensure everyone has access to proper burial facilities Encourage private-public sector partnerships Standardisation of rates relating to cemeteries Awareness in rural areas of impact of home burials District Levy income CMIP Private sector investment (PPPs) Local municipalities STRATEGIES: OVERVIEW: RESOURCES:ISSUE STATEMENT: DESIRED OUTCOME:

59 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.6 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) To establish sufficient cemetery capacity in the local municipalities and district by 2005 for the next 10 years Budget allocation for cemeteries for 2002/3 financial year Identify new cemeteries 1.Identify district cemetery site by June 2002 2.Support identification of sites on a municipality level Establish MSPs for the development and operation of cemeteries 1.District to provide guidance to LMs in establishment of MSPs (guidance MSP White Paper) 2.MSP partnership business plans Develop and promote alternative approaches to burial 1.Encourage cremation as an alternative for everybody 2.Promote the recycling of old graves along family lineage 3.(Standardised rates for cemeteries in districts) OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

60 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.3.6 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3F: ACCESS TO CEMETERIES

61 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 3G: SPECIAL PROGRAMMES 3.4.3.7 SPECIAL PROGRAMMES

62 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.4 ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: There exists a general lack of awareness regarding the environment within the District and specifically as it relates to development activities within the district. Key environmental issues facing the District in this regard includes solid waste management, water pollution and catchment degradation. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION District Municipality Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs District Municipality Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs OVERVIEW: Causes: Solid waste: high density development, lack of services, capacity of landfill. Water pollution: industrial effluent, polluted runoff from poorly serviced settlements. Catchment degradation: inappropriate agricultural development, destruction of wetland areas, soil erosion. DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: More than green environment Providing a healthy and safe living environment for everyone and everything / species Ensure biodiversity Ensure future costs are minimised Promote proactiveness in disaster management Achieving a balance between the environment and development 1.Adopt IEM (Integrated Env. Man.) principles for all projects 2.Develop under-standing of issues and approaches to addressing such 3.Develop environmental awareness and education program 4.Appropriate resource utilisation

63 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.4.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The District acknowledges the impact of all forms of development on the environment and understands that failure to address this, and the historical negative impact on development, effectively will increase future costs to the District and other stakeholders. The District therefore supports a pro-active approach to environmental management (as opposed to a reactive approach), which includes three basic components viz. the provision of guidance, developing an awareness and managing development implementation. The District will implement this approach to environmental management in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, as well as with the support of service providers and developers. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to provide guidance relating to environmental issues to be addressed and to be considered in terms of future development; to develop an awareness relating to environmental issues; and to ensure that the impact of development on the environment is minimised or mitigated. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District will provide guidance to local municipalities and other stakeholders relating to environmental issues. The basis of the guidance to be provided by the District will be a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) to be undertaken for the District as a whole. The full involvement of all local municipalities is essential and the process for undertaking the SEA will be structured to maximise building capacity relating to the environmental issues in the District and Local Municipalities. The development of checklists for stakeholders will be an integral part of the SEA. The SEA will be the starting point for developing an awareness of environmental issues, but further more focused environmental awareness programmes will be initiated. This will include (1) training for councillors and officials on the latest environmental policies and legislation, a (2) focus on environmental awareness programmes in schools in cooperation with the Department of Education and (3) environmental awareness programmes aimed at specific groups, e.g. traditional authorities, NGOs/CBOs and other civic interest groups. Re-active measures to minimise environmental degradation will involve ensuring that all developments within the District adhere to strict environmental guidelines. These guidelines as set out in various sets of legislation will be considered and supported in all development activities. The District will at all times strive to achieve a balance between environmental protection and the needs of communities and, rather than restricting development, ensure that through the adoption of the guidelines the development will serve communities better. This approach is strategically linked to pro-active disaster management. Streamlining environmental assessment processes and procedures in cooperation with regulating authorities is viewed as essential.

64 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.4.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Have in place a well- coordinated environmental strategy in the form of a Strategic Environmental Assessment by the year 2003 – incl. clear management and monitoring guidelines (consider bi-annual state of the environment report and implementation of LA21 principles) Adopt IEM (Integrated Env. Man.) principles for all projects 1.Develop checklist for all departments in preparation and implementation of projects 2.Develop guidelines for project managers to implement IEM principles Develop understanding of issues and approaches to addressing such 1.Undertake a Strategic Environmental Assessment for the District as a whole with involvement of Local Municipalities Develop environmental awareness and education program 1.Environmental education programme (aimed at all levels civil society incl. The public, leadership, schools etc) 2.Training for councillors and officials on compliance with environmental law Appropriate resource utilisation 1.Link resource utilisation strategies with Strategies 3.1, 3.2 and 3.5 OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

65 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.4.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 4: ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

66 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.5 GENDER EQUITY ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Due to a variety of reasons viz. how society defines roles, socially constructed attributes associated with being male/female etc. there generally does not exist equity in development processes. This lack of equity impacts on all levels of development, from the management of development to the beneficiaries of development. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Levy – District Office of the Status of Women in the President’s Office Commission on Gender Equity District Municipality Various NGOs Commission on Gender Equity OVERVIEW: Causes: Institutional representation, illiteracy relating to early pregnancy, poverty etc, marital arrangements, gender issues relegated to bottom of list, dependency syndrome Results: Lack of access to services, illiteracy, economic disempowerment, bias towards priorities of males DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Women to have appropriate representation and be actively involved in development projects The empowerment of women to actively participate in development Encourage the development of an awareness of women’s rights Develop a clear policy statement on gender equity Procurement policy to address gender equity + Skills development for female staff and councillors 1.Integrate gender equity in programmes of District Municipality 2.Establishment of gender unit 3.Gender equity focal point managers

67 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.5.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The District Municipality views itself as fulfilling a central role in ensuring an awareness of gender issues and establishing gender equity within its area of responsibility. The basic starting point for ensuring this is to lead by example and therefore to firstly ensure that the principle of gender equity is firmly entrenched within the organisation. Once this has been achieved it will be relatively easy to ensure that gender issues are appropriately addressed in all the activities of the District. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to develop a clear set of gender equity guidelines/policies to be implemented in the District Municipality; to entrench the principle of gender equity firmly within the activities of the organisation; to identify specific development activities aimed at the empowerment of women in general and rural women specifically. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District will through a participation process develop a gender policy which will guide all activities in the municipality relating to gender issues. The policy with consider and give guidance to processes aimed at ensuring that gender equity and the empowerment of women is achieved. The development of a policy will be supported by the appointment of gender equity focal point managers in each of the Departments of the District. The gender focal point managers will not be new positions created, but will be an additional duty bestowed on key officials. The gender equity focal point managers will be responsible for ensuring that all programmes of the District is aligned with the gender policy. An awereness programme aimed at capacitating both staff and councillors in the District Municipality and the local municipalities will be implemented to ensure that there is a good understanding of gender equity principles. A further focus of the awareness programme will be to sensitise both men and women to gender issues. The District will on an ongoing basis identify and prioritise projects and programmes aimed at the empowerment of women. The gender policy will guide the District on the potential of implementing some form of “quota system” to ensure that women benefit from such projects and programmes. The continued monitoring of the effectiveness of the programmes through the focal point managers will be encouraged. The District will also monitor the implementation of the gender equity policy on a local municipality level.

68 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.5.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) The development of a comprehensive gender policy within the district addressing the role of women in development, and addressing social and economic empowerment, gender equity in employment, awareness of women’s rights (2) Implementation of policy from 2003 onwards Integrate gender equity in programmes of District Municipality 1.Identification of programmes within District Departments where gender equity intervention required. 2.Gender equity awareness programme (capacity building) and the role of men in achieving this Establishment of Gender Unit 1.Gender equity policy formulation 2.Establish approach and programme for monitoring 3.Projects aimed at economic empowerment of women 4.Focus on increasing opportunities (integration activity) Gender equity focal point managers 1.Appointment of Gender Equity Focal Point Managers OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

69 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.5.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 5: GENDER EQUITY

70 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.6 A FOCUS ON THE YOUTH ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Statistics indicate that a high proportion of the uMgungundlovu population (approx. 50%) falls within the 0 to 19 years age category. No specific focus has previously been placed on planning with needs of this group in mind. This group represents those most vulnerable to the AIDS pandemic, unemployment and other social ills. Redirecting development spending to target this group will be an investment in the future. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Umsobomvu Youth Fund District Municipality Various government departments Umsobomvu Youth Fund National Youth Commission South African Youth Council KZN Youth Council KZN Youth Commission Tertiary Institutions Department of Education Department of Labour Department of Trade and Industry OVERVIEW: Causes: Lack of focus in planning for this group, lack of understanding of the needs of the group, high unemployment, lack of role models, lack of representative organisations Results: No involvement in activities, disintegration of social and moral fibre, family as institution affected, adults with low self esteem, all of this impacting negatively on economy DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Well balanced employable young adult population Improvement on social and moral fibre of communities and the youth specifically Opportunities for the youth to develop themselves 1.Understanding the needs of the youth 2.Implementing projects aimed at youth development 3.Considering the youth in all related activities

71 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.6.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The District acknowledges the important role that the youth will and can fulfil in its future development. Failure to address the needs of this group will impact negatively on the sustainability of development. The approach of the District to ensuring the involvement of the youth in development and addressing the needs of this group is multi-pronged. Working closely with all relevant agencies the District aims to develop an understanding the needs of this group and on the basis of this understanding will initiate development projects specifically aimed at addressing the needs of this group. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to develop an understanding of the needs of the youth through engaging with both leadership and the needy; to implement projects aimed specifically at the economic and social upliftment of this group; and to consider the impact of all its developmental activities on the youth. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. An understanding of the needs of the youth will be developed through ensuring the involvement of the youth in the day to day activities of the Council. To achieve this the potential establishment of a Youth Council for the District will be investigated. Such a Council will be aimed at both developing leadership and obtaining a better understanding of the needs of this group. The establishment of a District Youth Desk potentially linked to Youth Advisory Centres funded by Umsobomvu Youth Fund will be promoted. The need for further research to understand the needs of the youth will also be considered. Specific projects aimed specifically at ensuring the involvement of the youth in the economy of the District will include a Youth Entrepreneurship Programme, Community Youth Service projects and School to Work Programmes. All of these projects to be potentially funded by Umsobomvu. The needs of the youth and the impact of development on them will need to be considered in addressing all related strategic issues and in all development projects undertaken and supported by the District Municipality. Specific strategic issues in terms of which the needs of the youth must and will be considered include AIDS, Education, Health, Unemployment, Safety and Security and Gender Equity.

72 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.6.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS Involve youth in social, physical and economic District development activities leading to: Reduced unemployment; Moral regeneration; Stronger leadership / self esteem. Understanding the needs of the youth 1.Investigate implementation of Youth Council for District 2.District Youth Desk 3.Youth Advisory Centres (Umsobomvu) 4.Research Implementing projects aimed at youth development 1.Youth Entrepreneurship Programme 2.Community Youth Service (Umsobomvu) 3.School to Work (Umsobomvu) Considering the youth in all related activities 1.Considering the needs of the youth (including physically challenged) in addressing key strategic issues, e.g. AIDS, Education, Health, Unemployment, Safety and Security, Gender Equity etc. 2.Promote involvement of youth in all District Projects

73 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.6.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 6: A FOCUS ON THE YOUTH

74 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.7 EDUCATION ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Education is referred to in its wider context to include school- based education, literacy and life skills training and specialised education (e.g. tertiary education). The access of communities to appropriate and high quality education is limited, this impacting directly on social and economic development. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION National Skills Fund Department of Education Department of Labour European Union Department of Works Department of Education Department of Labour SETAs Tertiary Institutions (University, Technicon, Colleges) NGOs OVERVIEW: Causes: Apartheid education system, lack of integrated settlement planning, lack of qualified educators, quality of facilities, range of subjects on offer, lack of coordination Results: High illiteracy rates, inappropriate education, lack of specialised training DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Achieve higher levels literacy Develop a literate and trained workforce to support economic development strategies of the District High quality education infrastructure Promote national skills training through system of learnership 1.Promotion of adult basic education and training 2.Facilitation of funding for improved facilities and maintenance 3.Encourage post school training

75 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.7.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH Although education is not a local authority function the District sees itself as fulfilling a key coordination and facilitation function in this regard. As the councillors are democratically elected representatives of the people on the grass roots level it is in an ideal situation to fulfill this function. The coordination and facilitation function will be achieved through cooperation with the Department of Education, educational institutions, NGOs and training institutions on a number of levels. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to ensure that the development strategies of the District is supported by the education system; and to support the development of improved infrastructure and facilities required for creating an environment conducive for education. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. Of critical importance for achieving the goals of the District is the establishment of appropriate levels of communication with the Department of Education and other stakeholders in the education sector. For this purpose the District intends to establish an education forum on which at least the District and the Department will be represented. The forum will be tasked with various projects including the linking of curriculums with District economic development strategies (entrepreneurship development, agricultural development and tourism), facilitating the provision of basic services to schools, the establishment of information centres and the construction of classrooms (where District funding, specifically from the Public Works Programme, is available), and the maintenance of schools where specific needs have been identified. The number of tertiary education institutions available in the District is viewed as a key resource for the development of the District. The District will specifically facilitate representation of Councillors on the Boards of such institutions to fulfill the link role between the Municipality and such institutions. The District acknowledges that the development of a skilled workforce will contribute to job creation, economic growth and higher levels of investment in the District. It will set an example in this regard through the development of a skills training programme and the in- service training of its own staff. It will further promote the effective use of existing ABET centres, the establishment of learnership training programmes and internship programmes with relevant stakeholders.

76 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.7.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1)Through co-ordination with the Department of Education ensure the provision of relevant, quality education and infrastructure (2)Through SETAs establish and support learnership programmes Promotion of adult basic education and training 1.Skills training programme 2.Training programme for SMMEs (also industrial) 3.Training on labour intensive projects 4.In-service training of District staff 5.Promote effective use of ABET training centres Facilitation of funding for improved facilities and maintenance 1.Provision of basic services in rural schools 2.Construction of classrooms 3.Liaison with Dept. on maintenanc 4.Establishment of information centres 5.ID/preparation of land for facilities Encourage post school training 1.Learnership training programme 2.Internship programme 3.Needs identification on training in district 4.District to obtain representation on boards of tertiary education facilities OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

77 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.7.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 7: EDUCATION

78 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.8 ADDRESSING HEALTH ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Various factors impact on general health conditions of the population of the district including poor sanitation, lack of access to water, epidemics such as AIDS and cholera, limited health facilities and others. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Department of Health District Levies Department of Health District (Health Department) Local Municipalities NGOs OVERVIEW: Causes: Poor sanitation, lack of access to water, AIDS, limited well-located health facilities (urban bias), poor road infrastructure, access to medicine Results: Range of illnesses (AIDS, TB, Cholera), lack of access to health services DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Establish a District Health System Developing health awareness programmes focussed on health and hygiene Considering the impact of infrastructure on health and supplying this in line with SDF Access to primary health care for all district citizens 1.Establish a District Health Authority 2.The provision of basic service 3.Coordinate / facilitate the provision health services 4.Establish programme of volunteerism

79 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.8.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH In terms of Section 84(1) of the Structures Act the District will in future be responsible for Municipal Health Services. This will require the establishment of a District Health Authority (DHA), a process which the District fully supports and will facilitate together with the Department of Health. The District will continue to ensure the availability of basic health services to all communities, funding for this purpose to be allocated primarily by the Department of Health. As the resources for the provision of effective health services are limited alternative approaches to ensuring access to health care for all will be developed. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to establish a District Health Authority within the District Municipality; to ensure access for all residents of the District to health services; to promote alternative approaches to alleviating the pressure on existing facilities and conventional resources. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. At present national guidance on the establishment of DHAs are awaited. The District will however take a pro-active approach and establish a task team to investigate the establishment of the District Health Authority. The District and the Department of Health will be represented on this task team. A first task of the Task Team will be to undertake a capacity audit of all health related resources in the District. On the basis of this capacity audit future planning for the DHA will be undertakent. Continuing to ensure access for all to basic health services the District will promote, in cooperation with local municipalities, the provision of mobile clinics in remote areas, the construction of clinics, community health centres and specialised clinics. As resources for the provision of health services are limited a number of programmes, aimed at relieving the pressure on the scarce resources, will be promoted by the District during the IDP term. This includes the establishment of a Health Awareness and Promotion programme, involving traditional healers in the health system, the setting up of a volunteerism project and the continued support for the Community Health Worker System. Further, through the continued provision of access to basic infrastructure such as water, sanitation, electricity and solid waste removal the health conditions within the municipality will be improved, reducing the pressure on scarce health resources.

80 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.8.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Acquire status of a District Health Authority by the end of 2003 and developing an integrated health service (2) All residents of the District to have access to primary health care facilities within 5km walking distance by 2004/5 financial year Establish a District Health Authority 1.Establish a task team to investigate and explore the establishment of a DHA 2.Undertake capacity audit 3.Initiate the establishment of health forum in DM and LMs The provision of basic services Linked to strategies on access to water, sanitation, electricity, roads, solid waste removal, cemeteries (See Strategic Issues 3.1 to 3.6) Coordinate/ facilitate the provision health services 1.Provision of mobile clinics in remote areas (coordinate with pension payment points) 2.Construction of clinics and CHCs and specialised clinics 3.Health awareness programme 4.Involve traditional healers in health Establish programme of volunteerism 1.Volunteerism desk in District Health System 2.ID + secure funding for program 3.Establish database of volunteers 4.Greater involvement of people living with AIDS (GIPA) 5.Promote (+manage) the programme of home based care 6.Community Health Workers OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

81 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.8.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 8: ADDRESSING HEALTH

82 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.9 AIDS ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: The HIV/AIDS epidemic affects all sectors of society within the District. As there is currently no cure for HIV/AIDS it will continue to also impact negatively on all development sectors, i.e. social, economic, infrastructure and welfare sectors. The current uncoordinated approach to addressing the predisposing factors and symptoms of the disease is a concern. (Living positively with AIDS) Prevention and control interventions plus comprehensive care for those already infected or affected within the context of the Bill of Rights are of great importance. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Department of Health NGOs Department of Health District Health Committee District (Health Department) NGOs / CBOs Local Municipalities Community Health Workers Department of Welfare and Population Development OVERVIEW: Predisposing factors: Migrant labour system, extreme levels of poverty, stigma associated with HIV/AIDS, approach to relationships, promiscuity, unsafe sex, unprotected sex, gender issues, no cure exists. Results: Lack of formal health care facilities, alternative support systems not established, cemeteries no capacity, high number of AIDS orphans, impact on all development sectors. DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: All citizens of the District is made aware of the causes and impact of AIDS People living with AIDS (PLWA) are integrated into society Appropriate facilities available for PLWA sufferers, orphans, aged left behind Coordinated efforts to address AIDS 1.Co-ordinating and supporting municipality based AIDS awareness. 2.Promoting HIV/AIDS awareness in conjunction with Department Of Health 3.Developing HIV/AIDS support programme 4.Planning with the impact of AIDS in mind

83 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.9.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The potential negative impact of HIV/AIDS on all development related activities of the District Municipality is acknowledged. The District therefore developed a comprehensive approach to combating both the causes and effects of the disease, i.e. addressing awareness and support. The District will not necessarily commit substantial funding to this but views its role, and that of the local municipalities, as being to coordinate AIDS related awareness training and support activities. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to establish a senior-level coordination of AIDS related awareness and support programmes in the District and local municipalities; to ensure the involvement of all councillors and officials in promoting an awareness of AIDS; to facilitate access to care and support facilities for people living with AIDS and people affected by AIDS; to undertake all planning considering the impact of AIDS. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District intends to establish one AIDS Awareness and Support Programme. The goals identified will be addressed through a series projects linked to this programme. A first step in the process of establishing the programme will be to establish a District AIDS Council or Forum and to promote the replication of this structure on a local level (forums to be chaired by Mayors). The key function of this AIDS Forum will be to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing AIDS awareness and support. More importantly it will monitor the coordinated implementation of this programme by all stakeholders. It will be ensured that Councillors and Officials receive HIV/AIDS awareness training and that through this a “leadership involvement programme” is developed. The provision of services and access to facilities to be promoted by the District Municipality includes the coordinated development of AIDS care centres. The availability of voluntary testing/counselling and the availability of drugs will be addressed through the centres The District will further ensure that the impact of AIDS is considered in all planning related activities. The primary focus will be to ensure that the needs of people living with AIDS and people affected by AIDS are addressed.

84 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.9.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) AIDS support Centre and other means (programmes) to care for orphans (various age groups) be established within each Municipal Service Centre (2) The District fulfill a facilitative role in promoting home based care through using volunteers Co-ordinating and supporting municipality based AIDS awareness. 1.Develop municipality based AIDS awareness and support programme 2.Establish District and Local Municipality AIDS forums (Mayors) 3.Ongoing monitoring and coordination Promoting HIV/AIDS awareness in conjunction with Department Of Health 1.HIV/AIDS awareness training for councillors and officials (staff) 2.Develop leadership involvement programme Developing HIV/AIDS support programme 1.Coordinate development of AIDS Care Centres (incl. voluntary testing/counselling + drugs available) 2.Develop home based care system 3.Develop approach to caring for orphans (all ages) and the aged 4.Legal rights relating to AIDS Planning with the impact of AIDS in mind 1.Promote the consideration of the impact of AIDS in all planning and development activities OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

85 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.9.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 9: AIDS

86 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.10 SPORT AND RECREATION ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: At present sport and recreation is not provided the prominent place which it deserves in development policies. This sector can contribute to educating the youth, building a sense of community and in the medium to longer term reducing crime levels. Lack of facilities is a major constraint in this sector and in many cases facilities that exist are inappropriate. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Department of Sport, Recreation District Levy Private Sector investors National Lottery Various sport codes (e.g. cricket, soccer etc) South African Sport Commission Department of Sport and Recreation Sport Councils Sport associations Professional sport clubs Department of Education OVERVIEW: Causes: Lack of facilities, lack of funding to promote sport and recreation, top-down planning for facilities and events, lack of focus on traditional culture, absence of a comprehensive strategy to promote sport and recreation. DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Provide everyone with access to an appropriate range of sport facilities and sport codes on a district level. Effective use of existing facilities through upgrading and needs assessments Better integration and coordination Facilities aimed specifically at the youth and women 1.Establish a district based sport and recreation programme 2.Facilitate access to full basic range of facilities on the municipal level 3.Upgrade sport code status to provincial

87 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.10.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The important contribution which sport and recreation can make to (1) the social upliftment of previously disadvantaged communities, (2) the building of a District identity and (3) local economic development is acknowledged by the District Municipality. Although the District has previously been involved in promoting sport and recreation this was in a generally uncoordinated fashion focussed only on specific events (e.g. the Kwanaloga Games). Through the acknowledgement of the importance of sport and recreation in development the District commits itself to developing sport and recreation within the District through a well coordinated approach involving all stakeholders (the Department of Sport and Recreation being viewed as a major stakeholder in this regard). BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to ensure the coordination and integration of sport events within the District; to continue to ensure that communities have access to the widest range of sports facilities/types possible; to attract major sporting events to the District and to ensure that this contributes to local economic development. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The development of an integrated sport and recreation programme for the district will be facilitated through the establishment of a Sport and Recreation Forum on the District level. This Sport and Recreation Forum will involve all key stakeholders and where relevant also the National Sports Council. Through the Forum a series of events will be scheduled and planned to specifically ensure coordination between events on the local, district, provincial and even national levels. The District will take the lead in the re-introduction of traditional sport at all major sporting events. This will also be promoted on the local level. Access to appropriate sport facilities and training is essential for the further development of sport. The District will on a continued basis liaise with the Department of Sport and Recreation with regard to addressing specific needs in the local municipality areas. It will also investigate the establishment of a District Facility accessible to all communities. Ensuring that all existing facilities are accessible to the wider population will be a key to the future successful development of sport. The District wants to encourage the hosting of provincial, national and even international events within the area. Linked to this is the strategy to ugrade the sports code level in the District to provincial and a task team will be established to investigate this matter further. The area has an excellent track record in the hosting of major (international) sport events. These strengths will be built on and used to attract further major events. The establishment sport schools of excellence and sport academies will be further investigated as an approach to encouraging the development of sport in the district and to increase the sporting profile of the area.

88 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.10.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Ensure communities have access to a full range of sport and recreation facilities within each Municipal Service Centre (2) District to strive for various sports codes to achieve provincial status (3) Promote the effective use and maintenance of facilities Establish a District based sport and recreation programme 1.Establish a sport and recreation forum involving national Sport Councils 2.Identify, plan and implement series of sport events (incl traditional sport) 3.Build/strengthen KwaNaloga Games Facilitate access to full basic range of facilities on the municipal level 1.Identify facilities required at municipal service centre level 2.Facilitate access to funding for facilities 3.Facilitate broader access 4.Establish District sports facility Upgrade sport code status to provincial 1.Establish task team to upgrade sport code to provincial status 2.Attract international, national and provincial events (build on existing resources and District Council’s competitive advantage. 3.Investigate establishment of sport academies OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

89 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.10.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 10: SPORT AND RECREATION

90 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.11 ART AND CULTURE ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: At present arts and culture is not provided the prominent place which it deserves in development policies. This sector can contribute to educating the youth, building a sense of community and promote economic development. Lack of facilities is a major constraint in this sector and in many cases facilities that exist are inappropriate. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Department of Arts and Culture NGOs DC Facilitation Dept OVERVIEW: Causes: Lack of facilities, lack of funding to promote sport, recreation, art and culture, top-down planning for facilities and events, lack of focus on traditional culture, absence of a comprehensive strategy to promote sport, recreation, art and culture. DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Utilise Multi-Purpose Community Centre programme to establish arts and culture centres Promoting arts and culture to unlock potential for economic development Facilitate the coordination of arts and culture related activities 1.Establish a district based arts and culture programme 2.Establish municipal arts and culture training facilities

91 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.11.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The approach to the development of Arts and Culture is similar to that for sport and recreation. The District acknowledges the important contribution which arts and culture development can make to (1) the social upliftment of previously disadvantaged communities, (2) the building of a District identity and (3) local economic development. Through the acknowledgement of the importance of arts and culture in development the District commits itself to developing arts and culture within the District through a well coordinated approach involving all stakeholders (the Department of Sport and Recreation being viewed as a major stakeholder in this regard). BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to ensure the coordination and integration of arts and culture events within the District; and to continue to ensure that communities have access to arts and culture facilities. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The establishment of an Arts and Culture Forum on a District level will be the first step towards the integration and coordination of activities in the District. With the support of the Forum and the stakeholders represented thereon the District (in cooperation with local municipalities) will indentify, plan and hold diverse art and culture events. To further promote arts and culture and to market the region the District will investigate and plan at least one major annual competition or festival focussing on for example a specific theme, e.g. African Renaissance. The establishment of arts and culture centres within each of the local municipalities, providing access to training and opportunities relating to arts and culture, will be encouraged. Through these centres the economic potential of arts and culture will be maximised.

92 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.11.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Establish dedicated art and culture training and awareness centres in Municipal Service Centres Establish a District based arts and culture programme 1.Establish Arts and Culture Forum on a District Level (link with Arts Council and other stakeholders) 2.Identify, plan and hold diverse arts and culture events on a district level (in cooperation with LMs) 3.Facilitate access to training, funding and expertise for participants (link arts and culture with economic development 4.Annual competition or festival focussing on for example African Renaissance Establish municipal arts and culture training facilities 1.Facilitate the development of arts and culture centres on a municipal level 2.Encourage the upgrading and effective utilisation of existing facilities (e.g. Winston Churchill, Hexagon Theatre, Hilton etc.) OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

93 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.11.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 11: ART AND CULTURE

94 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.12 DISASTER MANAGEMENT ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: The District is faced by a wide variety of disasters the extent of which differs substantially. At present disaster management in the district is uncoordinated and the only substantial capacity exists with the Msunduzi Municipality. This impacts substantially on the ability of the District to fulfill its role in terms of disaster management (only reactive service to date). FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION District Municipality Local Municipalities District Municipalities Local Municipalities OVERVIEW: Direct causes: Inability to identify and prevent disasters irrespective of whether they are person-made or natural Causes of inability to address: no dedicated staff, absence of legal framework, lack of appropriate funding, planning, capacity and equipment, also lack of coordination between various councils DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: 1.Establishment of District Disaster (and local) Management Plan 2.Establishment of District Disaster Management Centre

95 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.12.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The activities of the District with regard to Disaster Management is guided by the Disaster Management Bill. In terms of the Bill the District is required to develop a Disaster Management Plan and establish a Disaster Management Centre. Preventative disaster management will be a key goal of District Municipality and will be promoted for all the development activities within the District. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to establish a District Disaster Management Plan which will inform the formulation of local disaster management plans; to establish a District Disaster Management Centre guided by the Disaster Management Bill; to maximise the utilisation of existing resources for disaster management purpose as opposed to developing new capacity; and to ensure that approaches to implement preventative disaster management are in place to guide all developmental activities in the District.

96 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.12.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) A district disaster management plan and disaster management centre to be established by the end of 2002 (2) Promote the pro- active integration of disaster management in all activities of the district and local municipalities Establishment of District (and Local) Disaster Management Plan 1.Appoint dedicated disaster management official 2.Establish disaster management consultative forum 3.Develop disaster management plan and facilitate development of plans on local level 4.Disaster management guidelines for development activities Establishment of District Disaster Management Centre 1.On completion of Plan appoint Task Team to establish Disaster Management centre (possibly improve on existing) OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

97 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.12.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 12: DISASTER MANAGEMENT

98 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.13 CRIME ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Crime and security is within the South African context an issue impacting negatively on all sectors of society and therefore also on most development activities. Failure to address the issue of crime/security will impact negatively on the Integrated Development process and future initiatives of the District. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION SAPS District Local Municipalities Private Sector SAPS District Local Municipalities Private Sector OVERVIEW: Causes: Extreme levels of poverty, low moral values and limited value afforded human life, differing views of different sectors of society, lack of crime prevention strategies, lack of resources to implement strategies, lack of public cooperation with SAPS Results: High crime levels and general lawlessness DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Basic safe and secure living and working environment for all residents of the District. A good working relationship between public, police and justice system. Improve access to justice system. Community awareness programmes 1.Establish structures to support SAPS 2.Develop crime prevention programme focussed on poverty alleviation and community building

99 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.13.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The uMgungundlovu District Municipality, as many other areas throughout South Africa, is being impacted on by the relatively high levels of crime and violence which will impact on the potential of the District to achieve all other objectives as established in this IDP. The District, together with all other responsible stakeholders, wish to proactively support the fight against crime and violence. It will do so by establishing a close working relationship with the stakeholders and by, through the Councillors and their grass roots involvement, develop a community culture supporting the fight against crime. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to with the support of all stakeholders develop a coordinated approach to fighting crime; to investigate alternative approaches to supporting the fight against crime and violence; to through its developmental activities and that of the local councils reduce the levels of crime within the various communities which it serves. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The first step in addressing crime and violence will be to establish appropriate liaison with those agencies directly responsible for this, primarily the SAPS. Through this liaison the District will encourage the alignment of SAPS boundaries with District boundaries in order to ensure the implementation of an integrated approach to addressing crime and violence. The District views itself as fulfilling a central role in getting the support of all other agencies involved in supporting the District-wide programmes. The establishment of Community Police Forums, to support these programmes in all areas, will be promoted by the District. The District is also considering other approaches to supporting the activities aimed at addressing crime and violence. Amongst others this includes investigating the potential of establishing a district municipal police force or alternative dedicated capacity to addressing crime. The District will continue to align its developmental activities to support the programmes (the direct approach) aimed at addressing crime and violence. It will specifically focus its developmental activities in areas of high poverty and areas where high levels of crime are being experienced. This together with other socio-economic development projects will indirectly contribute to the reduction of crime levels in the municipality.

100 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.13.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS Through poverty alleviation, job creation, community building, and providing support and cooperation with the SAPS to reduce crime levels by 10% per annum over the next five years Establish structures to support the SAPS 1.Establish district level coordination with the SAPS 2.Develop a comprehensive system of Community Police Forums 3.Investigate establishment of District Protection/Police/Security Services 4.Encourage and coordinate activities of support organisations through DMC Develop crime prevention programme 1.Addressed through other strategies (e.g. education, poverty alleviation, engineering services etc. 2.Promote establishment of Victim Support Centres OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

101 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.13.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 13: CRIME AND SECURITY

102 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.14 POVERTY ALLEVIATION ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Poverty is a multi-faceted problem which requires a multi- pronged approach for its eradication. Although poverty alleviation is the focus of activities of various departments these initiatives are said to have had limited success to date. Lack of coordination is often indicated to be a key contributor to the lack of success. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION LED Fund of DEDT Department of Agriculture Department of Welfare Working for Water Programme Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) in the district LED Officer OVERVIEW: Causes: Lack of coordination, lack of community participation, limited consideration for sustainability. Results: Poverty alleviation projects that are not sustainable, not addressing the needs of the community and do not relate to the development policies of the District. DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Achieve coordination in all poverty alleviation and LED programmes Promote the financial independence of communities Every household in district to have an income at least equal to the household subsistence level. (Mobilise and facilitate communities around projects) 1.Poverty alleviation coordination 2.Promote labour intensive infrastructural development 3.Promote household food security and nutrition 4.Establishment of self-help projects and cooperatives

103 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.14.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH Future sustainable development in the district and the local municipality areas is dependent on the success of the District in addressing and alleviating poverty. Failure to address poverty will impact not only on the financial feasibility of service provision, but also on socio-economic development of communities. The District propose a multi-faceted approach to poverty which is viewed as a multi-faceted problem. This approach includes planning for poverty alleviation, monitoring the success of the implementation of the planning and promoting the establishment of specific projects which will focus on addressing the symptoms of poverty. It is acknowledged that through addressing other strategic issues identified in the IDP the impact of poverty in the district will be substantially reduced. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to develop a strategic planning approach to poverty alleviation and to monitor the impact of implementation; to ensure that the approach to addressing other strategic issues maximise the impact on poverty alleviation; and to promote specifically projects which will make a major contribution to poverty alleviation. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. With the support of the local municipalities the District will develop a Poverty Alleviation Plan. The poverty alleviation plan will provide a clear indication of the focus areas and the approaches to be adopted in such focus areas. Linked to this the District will undertake a Quality of Life Survey every two years to establish the extent to which, amongst other things, its poverty alleviation plan has impacted on the living conditions of residents. Further to this the District will ensure that its other developmental activities, specifically the infrastructural development activities, makes a maximum contribution to poverty alleviation through the employment of local labour, the development of local entrepreneurs and general capacity building. Specific projects, such as the establishment of self-help projects and cooperatives will also be promoted by the District through specifically its LED Coordinator and the Development Facilitiation Unit.

104 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.14.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Through coordinated poverty alleviation processes and LED initiatives reduce the percentage of households earning below R1500 per month from 60% to 40% by the 2004/5 financial year (2) Promote the productive use of local resources and diversified groups Poverty alleviation coordination 1.Prepare poverty alleviation plan identifying focus areas and projects 2.Coordinate poverty alleviation programmes through SPF 3.Database of poverty alleviation activities 4.Perform quality of life survey Promote labour intensive infrastructural development 1.Relate to issues 3.1 to 3.6 (provision of engineering services) specifically promoting labour intensive construction methods Promote household food security and nutrition 1.Agricultural projects of the Dept. of Agricultural 2.Implementation of LRAD (See Issue 1) Establishment of self- help projects and cooperatives 1.Identify and promote the establishment of self-help projects and the cooperatives aimed specifically at poverty alleviation OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

105 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.14.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 14: POVERTY ALLEVIATION

106 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.15 UNEMPLOYMENT ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Unemployment levels are generally high ranging from 52% in Impendle to 39% in uMshwati, Msunduzi and Richmond respectively. Unemployment will impact on development in a number of ways, viz. it impacts on affordability levels of services, the access of communities to services, levels of crime, general health and welfare etc. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION LED Fund of the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT) Khula Enterprise Ithala Bank Unions Department of Labour Department of Education Employment / Recruitment Agencies LED officer OVERVIEW: Causes: Economic situation (i.e. low growth), spatial location of economic development, labour laws, lack of entrepreneurship training, limited business support, uncoordinated economic development strategies, lack of rural infrastructure Results: High unemployment with limited opportunities DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: Attract labour intensive economic development. Involvement of Unions in job creation processes 1.Plan and coordinate LED activities 2.Support entrepreneurial development 3.Promote entrepreneurship development in all activities of district 4.Attract investment on entrepreneurial development

107 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.15.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH The District will take a lead role in promoting job creation within the District. It will do this by ensuring that clear direction is given specifically in terms of the approach to be taken to Local Economic Development. Strong support for local economic development activities is also envisaged. Local economic development in the district will be aimed at job creation, entrepreneurship development and skills development. This will be achieved through ensuring that maximum use is made of local resources, both human and natural resources. Focussing on drawing investment that will have a major impact on job creation will be central to the approach of the District. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to provide clear guidelines to the district as a whole with regards to the approach to be taken to Local Economic Development; to provide support to emerging businesses and entrepreneurs specifically in the establishment phase; and to draw investment with the view to maximising job creation in the district. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The importance that the District attach to job creation is evident through their willingness to establish a Local Development Desk which will coordinate economic development, but more importantly provide support to entrepreneurs and emerging business as well as general support in terms of local economic development to local municipalities. The Economic Development Desk (LED Coordinator) will then also be tasked with the responsibility for establishing a Local Economic Development Plan for the District. Two important activities through which the District will encourage job creation are the promotion of entrepreneurship development programmes aimed at the youth and its support for existing institutions supporting the activities of entrepreneurs (such as the Pmb. Business Support Centre) Again, as in all its activities, the District will ensure that it leads by example by ensuring that its procurement policy maximises local job creation. Developing an appropriate procurement policy on the District level should could also guide and inform procurement policies on the local municipality level.

108 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.15.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) Through attracting investment and encouraging local economic development reduce unemployment from 40% to 20% by the end of the 2004/5 financial year Plan and coordinate LED activities 1.Establish economic development desk in District 2.Integrate findings of LED related studies undertaken for Msunduzi, Mooi River and Richmond 3.Prepare LED plan for the District (DEDT funding) Support entrepreneurial development 1.Support and promote the activities of the BSC’s 2.Entrepreneurship development aimed at the youth 3.Facilitate access of entrepreneurs to markets, finance and other services Promote entrepreneurship development in all activities of district 1.Achieve this through procurement policy for: Supply tenders Construction projects Services contracts 2.Promote this in all activities of local municipalities + gov depts Attract investment focussed on entrepreneurial development 1.(See Issue 14) OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

109 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.15.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 15: UNEMPLOYMENT

110 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.16 INVESTMENT ISSUE STATEMENT:RESOURCES: Attracting investment to the region is essential for ensuring sustained economic development. Levels of investment is, however, low which is attributed to a number of reasons. Attracting investment will require a sustained effort from all stakeholders within the municipality. FINANCIALHUMAN/INSTITUTION Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) LED Fund of DEDT Ithala Bank DTI Personnel in District Council to facilitate investment applications OVERVIEW: Causes: Crime, bureaucratic processes, lack of media exposure, AIDS, lack of investment related information, attitude of local business and local people, uncoordinated investment promotion efforts Results: Lack of investment DESIRED OUTCOME:STRATEGIES: To become an economic growth node by attracting local and international investors to the district. 1.Establish environment conducive for investment (especially labour intensive) 2.Promote major and community tourism investment 3.Diversify and promote agricultural development 4.Promote new and build on existing industrial development

111 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.16.1 ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OVERVIEW OF APPROACH In terms of investment the District will focus on promoting investment in three specific sectors, viz. the agricultural, the tourism and the manufacturing sectors. However, the District acknowledges that for it to attract investment in terms of these sectors an environment conducive to economic development will have to be established. To achieve this the District will address a number of issues, including ensuring that appropriate mechanisms are in place for considering investment applications. The District will further take responsibility for facilitating and driving major investment projects in the region with the support of the local municipalities. BASIC GOALS OF THE APPROACH In developing the strategies for addressing the issue a number of basic goals to be achieved have been established. These goals include: to establish an environment conducive to economic development and specifically attracting investment; to promote key economic sectors, not only in the centre but also in the outlying areas, which it is believed present the most potential benefit for the District as a whole. APPROACH TO ACHIEVING THE GOALS The strategies and projects identified overleaf were formulated with a view to achieve each of the above goals. In summary the following approach will be adopted to achieving the goals, viz. The District will establish an environment conducive to economic development and investment by facilitating the establishment of a Section 21 Company specifically focussed on investment promotion. All key stakeholders in economic development will be represented on the Board of this Section 21 Company. Further to this the district will promote a good understanding between the private, public and labour sectors through the establishment of a mini-Nedlac which will meet twice a year to discuss issues of mutual concern to these groups. The development of a district-wide incentive scheme, not focussed necessarily on financial incentives, will be facilitated by the District. In terms of the manufacturing sector the District is of the view that the retention and promotion of existing manufacturing sectors should be a priority. The initial focus will therefore be on the further development of the aluminum, footwear and leather sectors within the district. Upstream and downstream opportunities relating to these sectors will be further investigated and promoted. The establishment of agri-industries focussed on the processing of existing and potential future agricultural produce of the area will be promoted. Various key tourism projects to be promoted have been identified. The District will take a lead role in this regard and will also facilitate the establishment of one Community Tourism Organisation per local municipality to ensure the effective coordination of activities and the transformation of the tourism industry (specifically to involve previously disadvantaged individuals). In the agricultural sector the focus will be on the establishment agri- industries and the diversification of the agricultural sector within the municipality. A tool to be used in the diversification will be the subsidies available in terms of the Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development Programme of the government.

112 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.16.2 OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES + PROJECTS (1) By creating an environment conducive to economic development and providing incentives for investment. Grow district economy to reflect at least a real 6% increase per annum in district levy Establish environment conducive for investment (especially labour intensive) 1.Establish investment promotion agency (potentially Section 21) 2.Develop coordinated district incentive scheme (not only finance) 3.Develop marketing strategy (focussing on competitive advantages) 4.Mini-Nedlac (business, private sector and labour) 5.Strategic infrastructure provision Promote major and community tourism investment 1.District coordination of CTFs 2.Develop database of tourism opportunities (link in Dbn market) 3.Feasibility studies and implementation of key tourism projects Diversify and promote agricultural development 1.Encourage diversification into niche markets (e.g. flowers, bees, aquaculture) 2.Establish small farmers (Issue 1) 3.Support agricultural development Promote new and build on existing industrial development 1.Promote agri-processing 2.Build on existing strengths in aluminum, footwear etc 3.Industrial park development 4.Market competitive advantages of District (see Strategy 1) OBJECTIVE(S)STRATEGIESPROJECTS

113 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.16.3 PROJECTS PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 16: INVESTMENT

114 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.17 THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 17: STRENGTHENING THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK

115 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.18 CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 18: DEVELOPING THE INSTITUTION

116 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 3.4.19 FINANCIAL STRATEGY PROJECT LIST STRATEGIC ISSUE 19: FINANCIAL STRATEGY

117 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4. IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK

118 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.1 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW OF IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK The Strategies and Projects identified in the IDP cannot be viewed in isolation as a number of broader frameworks will give direction to the implementation thereof. This section, the Implementation Framework, provides an overview of this broader context which will support and direct the implementation of the IDP. The implementation framework includes a number of components, viz. The allocation of Functions and Powers The Financial Strategy The Integrated Institutional Strategy The Spatial Framework The Planning Standards Each of these components will be discussed in more detail to clearly establish the context for the implementation of the IDP.

119 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.2 ALLOCATION OF FUNCTIONS & POWERS THE ALLOCATION OF FUNCTIONS AND POWERS The uMgungundlovu District Municipality makes a distinction between four broad categories of functions in terms of which the District should consider its functions and powers. The interim approach, for the purpose of preparing the IDP, regarding the allocation of these functions and powers is discussed in more detail in Annexure 1 attached to the IDP. FUNCTION ALLOCATED TO THE DISTRICT IN TERMS OF THE STRUCTURES ACT SECTION 84(1) OF THE MUNICIPAL STRUCTURES ACT ALLOCATE THE FOLLOWING POWERS AND FUNCTIONS (OR PARTS THEREOF) TO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITIES. THE CURRENT INTERPRETATION OF THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY RELATING TO THESE ARE REFLECTED IN ANNEXURE 5. IN THE INTERPRETATION OF THE ALLOCATION OF THESE FUNCTIONS AND POWERS IN ANNEXURE 1 A PRAGMATIC APPROACH WAS ADOPTED, CONSIDERING SPECIFICALLY THE CAPACITIES OF THE DISTRICT AND VARIOUS LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES. CATEGORYDESCRIPTION 1. Section 84(1) functionsFunctions allocated to District Municipalities in terms of Section 84(1) of the Municipal Structures Act 2. Other constitutional functions Functions allocated to Local Government in terms of the Constitution but not specifically addressed by Structure Act 3. Administrative functions General administrative functions of the District which can be undertaken for Local Municipalities – economies of scale and avoid duplication of services 4. Functions to be coordinated Other functions not allocated to District or Local Municipalities but in terms of which both levels of local government has a role to fulfill. Integrated Development Planning Potable Water Systems Bulk Supply of Electricity Domestic Waste Water and Sewage Solid Waste Disposal Municipal Roads Regulation of Passenger Transport Services Municipal Airports Municipal Health Services Fire Fighting Services Fresh Produce Markets Cemeteries and Crematoria Local Tourism

120 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN OTHER CONSTITUTIONAL FUNCTIONS THE DISTRICT WILL FULFILL A SUPPORTING ROLE RELATING TO THESE FUNCTIONS ALLOCATED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN TERMS OF THE CONSTITUTION. WHERE THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY DOES NOT HAVE THE CAPACITY TO IMPLEMENT THESE FUNCTIONS THE DISTRICT COULD BE REQUESTED TO AUGMENT THIS CAPACITY ON AN AGENCY BASIS (IF DISTRICT CAPACITY AVAILABLE). THE FUNCTIONS INCLUDED IN THIS CATEGORY ARE: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH MUNICIPAL TRAFFIC BY-LAW IMPLEMENTATION AND CONTROLS BUILDING REGULATIONS TRADING REGULATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS THESE INCLUDE GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS WHICH THE DISTRICT FULFILLS IN TERMS OF ITS OWN MANDATE. THE DISTRICT MAY IN FUTURE BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THESE FUNCTIONS TO LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES WITH GREATER EFFECTIVITY. THE FUNCTIONS TO BE CONSIDERED IN THIS REGARD ARE: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE FUNCTIONS FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BY-LAW PREPARATION THE POTENTIAL OF THE DISRICT DELIVERING THESE FUNCTIONS TO LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES ON AN AGENCY BASIS NEEDS TO BE FURTHER INVESTIGATED. 4.2 ALLOCATION OF FUNCTIONS & POWERS

121 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN FUNCTIONS TO BE COORDINATED A NUMBER OF FUNCTIONS ARE NOT ALLOCATED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN TERMS OF THE CONSTITUTION OR THE STRUCTURES ACT. THESE FUNCTIONS ARE HOWEVER CENTRAL TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACHIEVING ITS DEVELOPMENTAL MANDATE. RELATING TO ALL THESE FUNCTIONS IT IS FORESEEN THAT THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY WILL FULFILL A COORDINATING ROLE. THESE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE: EDUCATION LAND REFORM HOUSING AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY MINING SAFETY AND SECURITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 4.2 ALLOCATION OF FUNCTIONS & POWERS

122 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.3 THE FINANCIAL STRATEGY BACKGROUND TO FINANCIAL STRATEGY A detailed financial strategy for the IDP was compiled by the Financial Services Department of the uMgungundlovu District Municipality. This financial strategy is contained in Annexure 2 attached to this document. What follows is a short overview of the contents of the strategy. The financial strategy is an integral component of the IDP and addresses specifically: Funding availability over the 5-year planning period – 2002/3 financial year to 2006/7 financial year. The balancing of this limiting factor relating to income with objectives established in terms of the IDP. Establishing financial management systems and efficient, effective internal audit controls. CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STRATEGY In order to address the above the following components are included in the financial strategy: Funding availability in the District Funding allocations to the Local Municipalities Strategies for Raising Revenue Financial Management Systems

123 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.4 INTEGRATED INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGY BACKGROUND TO THE INTEGRATED INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGY The Administrative Services Department of the District Municipality prepared a detailed project based integrated institutional strategy for the District. The project sheets relating to this strategy is reflected in Annexure 3 attached. The purpose of the strategy is to indicate by which management reforms and organisational arrangements the District wants to establish the institutional preparedness for the efficient implementation of the IDP. CONTENTS OF THE INTEGRATED INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGY The integrated institutional strategy addressess the following aspects: Institutional structuring for delivery: which includes institutional structuring, human resources management, skills development of staff Powers and functions including the Metropolitisation of the District Performance management Administrative processes An integrated communication plan Principles guiding the operation of the District Municipality

124 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.5 THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK Historical fragmented authority structure THE PURPOSE OF A SPATIAL FRAMEWORK The primary purpose of the spatial framework is to create a competent district spatial structure. The main goals of such a structure include: Unwinds the legacy of Apartheid and which redresses past imbalances and promotes equity To promote an improved system of access, this includes both, physical access in terms of physical connection, but more fundamentally, this includes providing for improved access to social and economic opportunity. To integrate district space and link various settlements / opportunities into a functional and meaningful whole To provide a framework for managing development which includes identifying areas for investment, rehabilitation, protection. To maximise on inherent opportunities and potentials within the district in a way which promotes growth and investment. To create an overall system of opportunity which includes: Improved distribution of services Access to economic opportunity Access to improved facilities Prime location Limited development of tourism opportunities Significant agricultural production Dominance of PMB complex Complex land use mosaic Population concentration & pressure Uncontrolled / dispersed human settlement Lack of social and physical support structure Treat to natural systems KEY SPATIAL ISSUES IMPACTING ON THE DISTRICT

125 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.5.1 OVERARCHING APPROACHES FOCUSSING ON MOVEMENT A primary approach guiding the framework is adopting movement systems as diverse systems of opportunity and structuring elements. MAINTAIN UNIQUENESS The spatial framework should enhance and protect uniqueness and local sense of place across each municipality. Particular local places which are unique should be enhanced. ESTABLISHING CENTRES The framework is premised on developing a system of nodes as service centres. These relate to existing as well as new centres. DEVELOPMENT AS A PROCESS To guide development as an ongoing process of mutually reinforcing actions. The framework should robust enough to accommodate change needs whilst retaining the primary relationships of value. ESTABLISH STRUCTURE The framework should provide a structure which integrates development, gives spatial context to policy and which through structure informs where public and private investment should go. INTEGRATION A key approach that underpins the framework is facilitating integration. This implies both physical integration, external and internal, as well as integrating sectors of development.

126 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN SPATIAL GOALS To ensure a functional and efficient spatial structure, To provide for increased opportunities, choices and experiences. To sets development stage within which multi-sectoral development programmes can take place in a mutually reinforcing manner. The uniqueness of local places and the existing structure of settlement, access, and landscape are to be adopted as primary informants in forward planning. To place on ensuring improved living conditions and environmental sustainability To maximise access to social and economic opportunities for all residents of Umgungundlovu. MANAGING GROWTH To provide a clear framework to guide and cohere growth to the benefit of the District Council. To deal with growth proactively. INTEGRATING SPACE To ensure that the physical integration of the District occurs through building on existing movement systems and introducing new systems. ACKNOWLEDGING AND BUILDING ON THE SENSE OF PLACE To ensure the uniqueness of local places within the District is maintained. CREATING IMPROVED LIVING CONDITIONS To promote the creation of liveable and sustainable environments through the provision of social and infrastructural support. INCREASING ACCESSIBILITY TO URBAN OPPORTUNITIES To enhance accessibility to urban opportunities through the development of service centres and nodes. ENSURING ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY To integrate environmental programmes aimed at managing development, rehabilitation & conservation. 4.5.2 SPATIAL GOALS & OBJECTIVES

127 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN A primary spatial concept is utilising the existing spatial structure in informing a future spatial framework for development. Key in this regard is adopting the existing system of access as a starting point in developing a spatial framework. District 22 contains a well defined network of higher order linkages which extend beyond the district, integrating the district with development opportunity within the wider region and province. The movement systems therefore are critical in structuring space. In adopting movement systems as structuring devices, it is important to consider the role of these systems. Not only do they facilitate access; these systems also carry flows of economic threshold and link key economic centres. Further, in many cases movement systems represent the urban component of the natural environment and attract settlement. As such, given the varied functions of movement systems, viz.: economic connectors, settlement lines, it is important that in developing a spatial framework, movement systems are acknowledged as supporting a wider function. A primary spatial concept therefore is adopting movement systems as key structuring devices of the spatial framework and in utilising movement systems as activity systems which structure settlement growth and which serve as investment lines. HIGHER ORDER ACCESS 4.5.5.1 BUILD ON DISTRICT SYSTEM OF ACCESS 4.5.3 BUILDING THE FRAMEWORK

128 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN An important development issue within the district is development pressure associated with settlement growth. Key expressions of this include growth within the peri-urban districts, growth within the agricultural districts through scattered settlement and growth within the urban edge. Various projects aimed at addressing growth have taken place and are planned through the implementation of the land reform and housing programme. It is likely that a substantially larger initiative is likely to be realised through the implementation of the rural housing programme as well as the implementation of the regional land reform programme. It is essential that in accommodating growth through housing and/or land reform programmes that such growth does not undermine key natural assets as well as the agricultural base associated with District 22. A primary concept therefore is identifying the non- negotiables in developing a spatial framework. Key areas of significance in this regard include: The environmental uniqueness and character of Umgungundlovu Functional ecological zones and corridors associated with major rivers Landscape potentials including topographic features, backdrops, escarpments etc Nature reserves, and Managing growth within prime agricultural land. HIGHER ORDER ACCESS NATURAL SPACE 4.5.5.2 IDENTIFY NON-NEGOTIABLES

129 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN A unique strength of Umgungundlovu is the ability to experience differing landscapes within close proximity. At a regional level, the district has the highest degree of diversity containing substantial urban centres, rural landscapes, environmental/ecological zones, agricultural landscapes etc. It is important that spatial structuring acknowledges the uniqueness found in local places and the diversity of activity at a district level. Further spatial structuring should maximise on the potential of offering contact between different landscapes. Ensuring the vitality of different landscapes also implies the need to protect the integrity of each system. Therefore essential spatial concepts include: Defining clear limit lines for different forms of development, and Ensuring proximity and linkage between urban, rural and natural components of landscape. HIGHER ORDER ACCESS NATURAL SPACE URBAN SPACE CONNECTING DIFFERENT LANDSCAPES AGRICULTURAL SPACE 4.5.5.3 MAINTAIN CONTACT BETWEEN DIFFERENT LANDSCAPES

130 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN The equitable distribution of services and facilities forms a primary goal. It has implications for social upliftment and development and in developing a sustainable local economic base. Therefore, the spatial instruments adopted in distributing services and facilities are fundamentally linked to the social and economic performance of the district as a whole. The concept for distribution of services and facilities is based on providing a hierarchy of service centres. The following are considered important in applying this concept: A primary point of reference is incorporating existing centres in the overall hierarchy, Introducing new centres where gaps in the distribution exist, Providing for a hierarchy of centres and associated needs Ensuring an adequate range to centres according to landscape/settlement type HIGHER ORDER ACCESS NATURAL SPACE URBAN SPACE CONNECTING DIFFERENT LANDSCAPES AGRICULTURAL SPACE HIGHER ORDER CENTRE 4.5.5.4 ENSURE ACCESS TO A HIERARCHY OF CENTRES

131 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN The application of the various concepts and structuring devices would provide a spatial framework consisting of: activity systems based on a hierarchy of linkages a framework for growth based on the identification of non-negotiable elements of the landscape contact between different landscapes based on unique opportunities and natural conditions, and a hierarchy of centres based on the district and local context Such a consolidated framework provides a basis for managing development and guiding growth. In managing and facilitating development, it is important that: the framework is adopted as a tool to guide public investment which in turn reinforces the structure of the framework the framework and public investment provides a basis for private investment including economic development, and the framework is adopted as a tool in monitoring and guiding development HIGHER ORDER ACCESS NATURAL SPACE URBAN SPACE CONNECTING DIFFERENT LANDSCAPES AGRICULTURAL SPACE HIGHER ORDER CENTRE 4.5.5.5 ESTABLISH FRAMEWORK FOR GROWTH

132 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.5.4 SPATIAL STRATEGY 1 STARTS WITH THE EXISTING STRUCTURE WHICH OFTEN COMPRISES OF DISPERSED SETTLEMENT. 2 INTERVENING STRATEGICALLY THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NODE (SERVICE CENTRE) AT A KEY POINT WITHIN THE SYSTEM. 3 WITH TIME, THROUGH GUIDING GROWTH, INTEGRATION AND SETTLEMENT CONSOLIDATION OCCURS. 4 ULTIMATELY, IN THE LONG TERM A CLEAR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IS DEVELOPED WHICH INTEGRATES YET PROTECTS.

133 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.5.5 THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK

134 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN AGRICULTURE / TOURISM ZONES 4.5.6 PRIMARY INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK TOURISM CORRIDORS TOURISM / AGRICULTURE CORRIDOR EMERGING AGRICULTURE ZONES COMMERCIAL CENTRES INDUSTRIAL ZONE THE PRIMARY INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK TAKES THE SPATIAL FRAMEWORK FURTHER IN PROVIDING DIRECTION FOR WHERE PARTICULAR TYPES OF ECONOMIC ACTIVITY COULD TAKE PLACE. IT IS ENVISAGED THAT THIS FRAMEWORK SERVES AS A TOOL IN CHAMPIONING ECONOMIC INVESTMENT FOR THE DISTRICT.

135 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN URS EDENDALE MOOI-RIVER / BRUNTVILLE THORNVILLE / HOPEWELL MPOPHOMENI 4.5.6 SPECIAL INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK THE SPECIAL INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK BUILDS ON THE PRIMARY INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AND PROVIDES DIRECTION FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CURRENT PUBLIC SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAMMES. THIS INCLUDES THE URBAN RENEWAL PROGRAMME AND THE INTEGRATED SUSTAINABLE RURAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY. THE FRAMEWORK SUGGESTS NODES WITHIN THE DISTRICT WHERE THESE PROGRAMMES ARE TO BE IMPLEMENTED. ISRD VULINDLELA IMPENDLE ETSHENI ABEBHUZI INHLAZUKA ISRD

136 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 4.6 THE PLANNING STANDARDS BACKGROUND TO THE PLANNING STANDARDS A detailed set of planning standards for the District Municipality was developed in Phase 1 of the IDP process. These planning standards are reflected in Annexure 4 attached to this document. The planning standards were developed as a guide to assist local municipalities in their planning processes.

137 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 5. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

138 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 5.1 INTRODUCTION THE 5-YEAR CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME The 5-year capital development programme for the uMgungundlovu District Municipality is reflected overleaf. The capital development programme presents a listing of all projects of a capital nature (this can also be referred to as the bricks-and- mortar type projects), i.e. require major capital investments. The focus of the capital development projects presented in this list is to provid communities within uMgungundlovu with access to basic services and infrastructure. In total it envisaged that at least R174 million worth of capital development will be implemented within the uMgungundlovu District Municipality over the next 5-year period. It is important to note that substantial portions of this envisaged spending still needs to be sourced from relevant government departments and service providers. Where uncertainty exists the extent of funding for capital development projects also needs to be confirmed which will increase this budget substantially. A major source of capital development within the District, the housing subsidies, is also not reflected in this programme as local municipalities will be the developers for such projects. THE 5-YEAR OPERATIONAL PROGRAMME The operational programme for the uMgungundlovu District Municipality follows the 5-year capital programme attached. The operational programme reflects other activities of the Municipality that needs to be engaged in over the next five financial years. These activities are sorted in terms of Strategic Issues and time frames. It will be noted that a large number of activities relate to the 2002/3 financial year. This indicates the number of activities viewed by the Municipality as priority activities. Further to this a large number of activities in the operational programme are indicated to be ongoing activities, i.e. activities with an unspecified duration which the Municipality will need to undertake on an ongoing basis.

139 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 5.2 5-YEAR CAPITAL PROGRAMME (cont…)

140 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 5.2 5-YEAR CAPITAL PROGRAMME (…cont)

141 IYER ROTHAUG / LINDA MASINGA PROJECT TEAM UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN 5.3 5-YEAR OPERATIONAL PROGRAMME (cont…)

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