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1.4.4 Land use analysis
Land use analysis evaluates the significance of land use for anything other than static
description [www.wordig.com. (2008)]. The proportions of land under particular crops may
be a poor indication of the most important enterprise on farms in terms of probability or
labour inputs (Johnston, 1981). This research defines land use analysis as the analysis ofthe
socio-economic importance of landscape and cultural attributes that are found within the
study area
1.4.5 Development and spatial development
For the purpose of this study and using the White Paper on Environmental Management
(DEAT, 1997) the concept 'development' is described as a process ofimproving human well­
being through the reallocation and reutilisation of resources, which would lead to the
modification and beneficiation of the human environment. It addresses basic needs, equity
and the redistribution of wealth to communities. By extension the concept 'spatial
development' refers to the process ofimproving human settlement areas and community well­
being through the provision, utilisation, reallocation and maximisation of socio-economic
facilities and activities which would lead to the enhancement and benefit of all stakeholders.
In this study the term 'spatial development' also implies the establishment and improvement
ofold and new socio-economic facilities, and creating a safe and user-friendly atmosphere for
the local community. The process of change in the economic and social structure of nations
and particular areas, are measured by indicators of development such as gross domestic
product per capita, literacy rates, employment structure and the nature of trade (Pask and
Williams, 1993). Development in this study is seen as creating a better quality of life for
people rather than just economic growth.
1.4.6 Economic development
Economic development must be conceived of as a multidimensional process involving major
changes in social structures, popular attitudes, and national institutions, as well as the
acceleration of economic growth, the reduction of inequality and the eradication of poverty
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