Browsing by Author "Osman, Wilo Abdulle"
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- ItemCommunity development in Kayamandi(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-04) Osman, Wilo Abdulle; Green, Sulina; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Dept. of Social Work.This study is about community development in Kayamandi. The aim of the study was to describe the socio-economic conditions in Kayamandi and to investigate the ways in which the local community could be involved in creating change. In order to reach this aim four objectives were formulated. The study was an attempt to find answers to a number of research questions which were related to the aim and objectives of the study. The research method used was participatory action research. For the purpose of the research specific groups operating in Kayamandi were involved in focus group discussions. Case studies as examples of community projects existing in Kayamandi were also presented. The empirical findings were analysed and, based on the conclusions, recommendations were made. The most important recommendations are related to the future development of Kayamandi and how to involve the local community.