South Africa is experiencing a fast-paced shift from rural to urban areas, with a growing proportion of its population residing in cities, a trend expected to continue.
To cope with rising density and demand, there is a growing trend of mixed-use developments, which integrate residential, commercial, and recreational facilities into single spaces to create self-sustaining communities.
Government Initiatives: The Integrated Urban Development Framework (IUDF) is a national policy aimed at addressing the challenges of urbanization by promoting inclusive and sustainable cities, in line with global goals like the New Urban Agenda (NUA).