DATE PROJECT STARTED:

2017/18

AIM OF PROJECT AND OUTCOMES

This project was conceived in response to our vision for a natural link between North and South of the N1 Corridor, transforming the Elsieskraal River Green Belt into a safe and vibrant interactive soft corridor and promote non-motorised transport within the area.

The intended outcomes of this project are:

• To link adjacent parks along the river, this includes the Jack Muller Park and Elizabeth Park
• To create and establish space for physical activities like, walking, running and cycling
• Space for social interaction for students, residents, workers and visitors
• Linking and setting up non-motorised routes from the Tyger Valley precinct to Bellville CBD and a link to the Hardekraaltjie sites
• Built environment of furniture and water features with possible Wi-Fi hot spots
• To setup environmental educational facilities/ gardens and protection of the river

The project would provide a space to promote and protect the natural environment, enhance social interaction and provide an economic upliftment to its surrounding properties and incorporate non-motorised transport routes and facilities such as walking, running and cycling. It will also decrease the crime rates in the area as vacant/ underutilised spaces attract crime, drug abuse, vandalism and dumping.