Backyard Dwellers Have Inadequate Access to Basic Services on Private Land
“Municipalities can and must provide basic services to backyard residents who live on private land.” - Eerste River community leader. The backyard sector has been providing housing solutions to thousands of families without the necessary recognition and support from the government. Even though this sector plays an essential role in housing provision in South African cities, […]
Backyard Matters: Empowering Communities through Collective Advocacy
Introduction:Backyards are more than just spaces behind houses; they are vibrant communities but face numerous challenges. Working together and speaking with one voice can make a significant difference. In May this year, community representatives from Bellville South, Maitland Garden Village, Mitchell’s Plain, Eerste River, Manenberg, Bluedowns, and Bonteheuwel joined the Development Action Group (DAG) on […]
National NGO Collective, DAG Changing the Tides for Backyarders through Legislation
Backyarders Matter! Within the South African context, it has become increasingly apparent that affordable housing is not easily and readily accessible to populations most at risk. Many people have to resort to living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions due to the lack of physical and economic resources to live sustainably. In 2019, Isandla, DAG and […]