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Figure 3.12.3.1 Statistical summary of community needs
Source: Mayoral Izimbizo and IDP/ Budget Roadshows 2021
Based on the 2021 consultation sessions as reflected in Figure 3.12.3.1, the 3 broad based community needs are:
• Water;
• Roads; and
• Housing.
3.7.4 Safety and Security
Some communities have converted the Community Policing Forums into Safety and Security Committee. There was also a safety and security strategy that was developed by the Department of Community Safety and Liaison in 2009, which is due to be reviewed and it is at the same level where the District Safety and Security Forum will be established. A municipal safety plan is a consultative document that sets out the strategic objectives and operationalise those into local crime prevention action steps. It should contain elements of law enforcement, situational and social crime prevention, must address social unrest and mediation.
3.7.5 Nation Building and Social Cohesion
Ugu District Sports Council was launched in 2009. Ugu District Municipality also participates in SALGA-KZN Games. There are Sport Development Hubs that were established by the Department of Art, Culture Sports and Recreation. The District Youth Council is also responsible for the coordination of social cohesion activities targeted at the youth.
3.7.6 Community Development with Focus on Vulnerable Groups
Community development with focus on vulnerable groups addresses the development of youth; people with disabilities; women; people affected by HIV / AIDS, drugs, crime, etc.; and early childhood. The district has a dedicated Special Programmes Unit which caters for the needs of these special groups.
3.7.7 Youth Development
The youth in Ugu District is 38.7% of the total population. In terms of educational attainment 65% of the youth have completed matric, however only 4% have a tertiary qualification. The low percentage of youth with tertiary qualification further emphasises the skills shortage challenge in the district. Furthermore, 34% of the households in the Ugu District area of jurisdiction are headed by the youth. The Ugu District Youth Development Policy Framework 2016 – 2021 identified a host of challenges facing the Ugu District area of jurisdiction youth amongst which is the poor-socio-economic conditions characterized by poverty, poor living conditions, abuse, unemployment and a lack of access to education and recreational facilities.
Community Needs (%)
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