The report supports local authorities by providing comparative data that facilitates learning from peers and incentivises improvements in underperforming areas. It also assists national governments in regulating and supporting local authorities. For citizens, the report offers accessible information on the developmental context of their cities, fostering transparency and engagement.
This report on Johannesburg is part of a series of city profiles being developed by GGA for ten cities across the SADC region (with plans to extend to other African cities). Other cities in the GGA SADC sample include Bulawayo, Cape Town, Dar es Salaam, Lusaka, Luanda, Lilongwe, Maputo, and Ndola. The selected cities represent a mix of primary and secondary urban centres in the region. Where relevant, comparisons are made between Johannesburg and these other cities.
By profiling multiple cities using standardised measures, the project enables stakeholders – local authorities, national governments, and citizens – to compare cities, identify best practices, and foster mutual learning.
