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The Pixley Ka Seme District Spatial Development Framework (2013-2018) provides a strategic spatial plan for a region in the Northern Cape, South Africa, characterized by vast landscapes and significant socio-economic challenges. Key priorities include leveraging the SKA project in Carnarvon, developing a renewable energy hub (particularly solar), and optimizing transport corridors (N1, N8, N10, N12) and the Orange River corridor. The plan emphasizes sustainable water management in a water-scarce region, the promotion of Karoo-based agro-tourism, and the integration of local municipalities to foster economic growth and poverty eradication.

This fact sheet presents preliminary action research findings from the COMPACT project, which engaged 12 partner municipalities in South Africa between October and December 2022 to evaluate planning, oversight, and community participation.