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conducting the SWOT Analysis and crafting the strategic goals and strategies for implementation in the
future.
C3. Analysis
C3.1 Situational Analysis
7 S152 of the Constitution sets out the objects of local government:
a) to provide democratic and accountable government for local communities;
b) to ensure the provision of services to communities in a sustainable manner;
c) to promote social and economic development;
d) to promote a safe and healthy environment; and
e) to encourage the involvement of communities and community organisations in the matters of local
government.
The provision of sustainable services includes i.e. access to water and sanitation, electricity, refuse removal,
transport facilities, housing, education and primary health services.
To deliver on the objects of local government and to achieve the ultimate goal of improving the lives of the
community a developmental approach is necessary. Due regard should be given to spatial planning and
development as all development in South Africa finds expression in space economy. Development and
service provision should be concentrated on growth points to ensure that the poorest of the poor have
access to services and job opportunities. The following assumptions are contained in the National Spatial
Development Perspective:
1. Location is critical for the poor to exploit opportunities for growth
2. The poor, concentrated around economic centers have greater opportunity to gain from economic
growth
3. Areas with demonstrated economic potential provide greater protection due to greater diversity of
income sources
7 Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 108 of 1996
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