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Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay.
Urban spaces are dynamic entities shaped by the interplay of physical infrastructure, social dynamics, economic forces, and historical legacies (Stanley et al.,2012). This research project explores the complexities of urban decay and transformation within the Potchefstroom Industrial Area, South Afr...
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| author | Mokwaledi, Tshepo |
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| description | Urban spaces are dynamic entities shaped by the interplay of physical infrastructure, social dynamics, economic forces, and historical legacies (Stanley et al.,2012). This research project explores the complexities of urban decay and transformation within the Potchefstroom Industrial Area, South Africa, with a specific focus on the Ikageng Gateway Corridor. Grounded in the experiences of local figures such as Belinah and Napo Mokwaledi, who once thrived in this area, the study delves into the socio-economic, spatial, and infrastructural challenges and opportunities facing Potchefstroom. Through the lens of Dewar (2019), I examine the imperative of addressing historical legacies and promoting spatial justice in urban design. The Ikageng Gateway Corridor, once a vital artery of connectivity and commerce, now bears the scars of urban decay. This study aims to dissect the manifestations of decay along this corridor and engage with local stakeholders to uncover the lived experiences and aspirations of those affected. The central research question is: How can the Potchefstroom Industrial Area be transformed, with an emphasis on the Ikageng Gateway Corridor, to counter urban decay? I utilize storytelling as a comprehensive methodology, incorporating social mapping, semi-structured interviews, tracking and tracing. These techniques aim to provide a holistic understanding of the corridor's degeneration and potential for transformation. By examining socio-economic factors, spatial conditions, land use patterns, accessibility, and community interactions, I aim to identify best practices and innovative approaches for transformation. The objectives include proposing design interventions to enhance economic development, improve safety, and foster community resilience. This project seeks to review and highlight the challenges of policies, zoning regulations and development plans. And propose design strategies that can transform the Potchefstroom Industrial Area into a vibrant, resilient, and economically vital urban space. Through community engagement and a deep understanding of the area's historical and present context, I aim to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing discourse on urban transformation in Potchefstroom |
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| spelling | oai:open.uct.ac.za:11427/42016 Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. Mokwaledi, Tshepo Ewing, Kathryn Crooijmans-Lemmer, Hedwig Truter, Georgina Jani Urban decay Potchefstroom Gateway corridor Transformation Economic development Socio-economic factors Urban spaces are dynamic entities shaped by the interplay of physical infrastructure, social dynamics, economic forces, and historical legacies (Stanley et al.,2012). This research project explores the complexities of urban decay and transformation within the Potchefstroom Industrial Area, South Africa, with a specific focus on the Ikageng Gateway Corridor. Grounded in the experiences of local figures such as Belinah and Napo Mokwaledi, who once thrived in this area, the study delves into the socio-economic, spatial, and infrastructural challenges and opportunities facing Potchefstroom. Through the lens of Dewar (2019), I examine the imperative of addressing historical legacies and promoting spatial justice in urban design. The Ikageng Gateway Corridor, once a vital artery of connectivity and commerce, now bears the scars of urban decay. This study aims to dissect the manifestations of decay along this corridor and engage with local stakeholders to uncover the lived experiences and aspirations of those affected. The central research question is: How can the Potchefstroom Industrial Area be transformed, with an emphasis on the Ikageng Gateway Corridor, to counter urban decay? I utilize storytelling as a comprehensive methodology, incorporating social mapping, semi-structured interviews, tracking and tracing. These techniques aim to provide a holistic understanding of the corridor's degeneration and potential for transformation. By examining socio-economic factors, spatial conditions, land use patterns, accessibility, and community interactions, I aim to identify best practices and innovative approaches for transformation. The objectives include proposing design interventions to enhance economic development, improve safety, and foster community resilience. This project seeks to review and highlight the challenges of policies, zoning regulations and development plans. And propose design strategies that can transform the Potchefstroom Industrial Area into a vibrant, resilient, and economically vital urban space. Through community engagement and a deep understanding of the area's historical and present context, I aim to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing discourse on urban transformation in Potchefstroom 2025-10-16T11:26:38Z 2025-10-16T11:26:38Z 2025 2025-10-16T10:57:32Z Thesis / Dissertation Masters Masters http://hdl.handle.net/11427/42016 en eng application/pdf School of Architecture, Planning and Geomatics Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment University of Cape Town |
| spellingShingle | Urban decay Potchefstroom Gateway corridor Transformation Economic development Socio-economic factors Mokwaledi, Tshepo Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| thesis_degree_str | Master's |
| title | Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| title_full | Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| title_fullStr | Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| title_full_unstemmed | Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| title_short | Transforming the Potchefstroom industrial area and the Ikageng Gateway corridor to combat urban decay. |
| title_sort | transforming the potchefstroom industrial area and the ikageng gateway corridor to combat urban decay |
| topic | Urban decay Potchefstroom Gateway corridor Transformation Economic development Socio-economic factors |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/11427/42016 |
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