Current issues with housing in Johannesburg, and Cape Town

Johannesburg faces various housing challenges, including a shortage of affordable housing, informal settlements, urban sprawl, and inadequate basic services in some areas. These issues are exacerbated by rapid urbanization, population growth, and income inequality, leading to a housing crisis for many residents in the city. Efforts are being made by the government and organizations to address these challenges, but more sustainable and inclusive solutions are needed to ensure access to adequate housing for all Johannesburg residents.

Cape Town, like many other major cities in South Africa, experiences housing challenges such as a shortage of affordable housing, informal settlements, gentrification, and spatial segregation. These issues are further compounded by population growth, urbanization, economic disparities, and historical legacies of apartheid-era spatial planning. The city is working on various initiatives to address these housing problems, but a comprehensive and sustainable approach is required to ensure access to decent and affordable housing for all residents in Cape Town.