GGH2605
FINAL PORTFOLIO
SOLUTIONS
SEMESTER 2
DUE DATE: 13 OCTOBER 2023
, Table of content
Part A: Contextualisation of your draft Local Agenda 21
1.1 Name the town that will form the focus of your draft Local Agenda Page
21. Describe the town's governance structure in terms of the
various tiers of local government.
1.2 Briefly explain the concept ‘Local Agenda 21’ and then, using actual Page
data, briefly explain the progress the local authority that governs
the selected town has made in achieving the generic social,
economic, and environmental indicators of sustainable
development over the last decade.
1.3 Briefly describe the current provision of clean drinking water and Page
adequate sewage disposal in the town.
1.4 Describe the negative impact on the natural environment that would Page
be the result of the poor provision of drinking water and poor
methods of sewage disposal.
1.5 Speculate on the extent to which utilitarianism could have Page
contributed to the current state of clean drinking water and
adequate sewage disposal in the town.
1.6 In your opinion, can ecological modernisation be applied in the Page
town to assist with the provision of clean drinking water and
adequate sewage disposal? Please explain your answer.
Part B: Local Agenda 21 – Planned action within the local authority
1.7 Within the context of the current political ideology of the local Page
authority overseeing the town, develop at least four strategies you
would propose to improve the local authority’s performance in
providing clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Part C: Local Agenda 21 – Planned action in the wider community
1.8 Explain how a public partnership with an institution such as a Page
, university can help address the local authority's challenges in
providing clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal to the
town.
Part D: Determining the success of your strategies proposed for your draft Local
Agenda 21
1.9 Within the context of sustainable development, explain how you Page
would determine and report on the success of your proposed
strategies.
Part E: References cited
Part F: Annexures
1.1 Part A: Contextualisation of my draft Local Agenda 21
Let’s describe the governance structure of Pretoria in the context of Local Agenda 21,
which is a sustainable development action plan:
Pretoria is the focus of the draft Local Agenda 21, which is a local-level action plan
aimed at promoting sustainable development. The governance structure of Pretoria,
within the framework of Local Agenda 21, involves the following tiers of local
government:
1. Municipal Council: At the core of Local Agenda 21 implementation in Pretoria is
, the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality Council. This council plays a pivotal role
in shaping and implementing policies and initiatives related to sustainable
development within the city. They are responsible for aligning the local
government's actions with the goals and principles of Local Agenda 21.
2. Sub-Councils: To facilitate grassroots participation and localized decision-
making in the context of Local Agenda 21, the Tshwane Metropolitan
Municipality divides Pretoria into various sub-councils or wards. Each sub-
council has its own councilor who works closely with local communities to
identify sustainability challenges and opportunities and develop tailored
solutions.
3. Provincial and National Coordination: The Gauteng Provincial Government and
national government also play important roles in supporting Pretoria's efforts
under Local Agenda 21. They provide guidance, resources, and coordination to
ensure that the city's sustainability initiatives align with broader provincial and
national sustainable development objectives.
4. Community Engagement: A fundamental aspect of Local Agenda 21 is
community engagement. In Pretoria, various stakeholders, including community
groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and residents, actively
participate in the planning and decision-making processes related to
sustainability. Local Agenda 21 encourages inclusivity and seeks to incorporate
the voices and perspectives of all stakeholders.
5. Traditional Leadership: In some areas around Pretoria, traditional leaders can
FINAL PORTFOLIO
SOLUTIONS
SEMESTER 2
DUE DATE: 13 OCTOBER 2023
, Table of content
Part A: Contextualisation of your draft Local Agenda 21
1.1 Name the town that will form the focus of your draft Local Agenda Page
21. Describe the town's governance structure in terms of the
various tiers of local government.
1.2 Briefly explain the concept ‘Local Agenda 21’ and then, using actual Page
data, briefly explain the progress the local authority that governs
the selected town has made in achieving the generic social,
economic, and environmental indicators of sustainable
development over the last decade.
1.3 Briefly describe the current provision of clean drinking water and Page
adequate sewage disposal in the town.
1.4 Describe the negative impact on the natural environment that would Page
be the result of the poor provision of drinking water and poor
methods of sewage disposal.
1.5 Speculate on the extent to which utilitarianism could have Page
contributed to the current state of clean drinking water and
adequate sewage disposal in the town.
1.6 In your opinion, can ecological modernisation be applied in the Page
town to assist with the provision of clean drinking water and
adequate sewage disposal? Please explain your answer.
Part B: Local Agenda 21 – Planned action within the local authority
1.7 Within the context of the current political ideology of the local Page
authority overseeing the town, develop at least four strategies you
would propose to improve the local authority’s performance in
providing clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Part C: Local Agenda 21 – Planned action in the wider community
1.8 Explain how a public partnership with an institution such as a Page
, university can help address the local authority's challenges in
providing clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal to the
town.
Part D: Determining the success of your strategies proposed for your draft Local
Agenda 21
1.9 Within the context of sustainable development, explain how you Page
would determine and report on the success of your proposed
strategies.
Part E: References cited
Part F: Annexures
1.1 Part A: Contextualisation of my draft Local Agenda 21
Let’s describe the governance structure of Pretoria in the context of Local Agenda 21,
which is a sustainable development action plan:
Pretoria is the focus of the draft Local Agenda 21, which is a local-level action plan
aimed at promoting sustainable development. The governance structure of Pretoria,
within the framework of Local Agenda 21, involves the following tiers of local
government:
1. Municipal Council: At the core of Local Agenda 21 implementation in Pretoria is
, the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality Council. This council plays a pivotal role
in shaping and implementing policies and initiatives related to sustainable
development within the city. They are responsible for aligning the local
government's actions with the goals and principles of Local Agenda 21.
2. Sub-Councils: To facilitate grassroots participation and localized decision-
making in the context of Local Agenda 21, the Tshwane Metropolitan
Municipality divides Pretoria into various sub-councils or wards. Each sub-
council has its own councilor who works closely with local communities to
identify sustainability challenges and opportunities and develop tailored
solutions.
3. Provincial and National Coordination: The Gauteng Provincial Government and
national government also play important roles in supporting Pretoria's efforts
under Local Agenda 21. They provide guidance, resources, and coordination to
ensure that the city's sustainability initiatives align with broader provincial and
national sustainable development objectives.
4. Community Engagement: A fundamental aspect of Local Agenda 21 is
community engagement. In Pretoria, various stakeholders, including community
groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and residents, actively
participate in the planning and decision-making processes related to
sustainability. Local Agenda 21 encourages inclusivity and seeks to incorporate
the voices and perspectives of all stakeholders.
5. Traditional Leadership: In some areas around Pretoria, traditional leaders can
