26082014_BNG2004_0.pdf

Summary

The document outlines a comprehensive plan titled "Breaking New Ground," which aims to transform South Africa’s housing strategy into a model for integrated sustainable human settlements. Over the next five years, the initiative seeks to move beyond the mere provision of basic shelter by focusing on poverty alleviation, job creation, and spatial restructuring. Key shifts include eradicating informal settlements through in-situ upgrading, promoting urban densification, and expanding the housing mandate to support middle-income households. The plan emphasizes private sector partnerships and a significantly increased role for local government through a formal accreditation process. Ultimately, the framework intends to bridge the gap between different tiers of the property market while ensuring that homes become valuable assets for the poor.