Better Living Challenge (BLC)
(Western Cape Government)
The Better Living Challenge (BLC) is one of the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) projects, proudly hosted by the Department of Human Settlements and the Department of Economic Affairs and Tourism. The project aims to assist residents with self-build skills and knowledge.
This knowledge can then be used to build improved structures within informal settlements.
The BLC has developed a 13 part video series which will help informal settlement residents gain a better understanding of topics such as layout, foundations, building double storey structures, and so much more.
To find out more about what else the Western Cape Government is doing to improve the lives of informal settlement residents, please see the work of the Department of Human Settlements’ Informal Settlement Support Plan (ISSP).
- Part 1: Better Living Challenge - Introduction of topics covered in the rest of the series.
- Part 2: Better Living Challenge - Planning properly to avoid wasting money
- Part 3: Better Living Challenge - Outlines the basic tools you need to have on your building site.
- Part 4: Better Living Challenge - Covers the recommended materials for a longer lasting home.
- Part 5: Better Living Challenge - How to make good concrete.
- Part 6: Better Living Challenge - Demonstrates how to build on a sloping site and lay floors.
- Part 7: Better Living Challenge - Shows how to assemble frameworks and panels.
- Part 8: Better Living Challenge - Sheeting the panels
- Part 9: Better Living Challenge - How to assemble the complete structure.
- Part 10: Better Living Challenge - Advises on the best way to secure your roof.
- Part 11: Better Living Challenge - How to mount windows and fit door frames.
- Part 12: Better Living Challenge - All about insulation.
- Part 13: Better Living Challenge - How to build a 3x4m double storey home.
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We are pleased to share with you that the Western Cape Government (WCG) has once again achieved certification as a Top Employer in 2024. |
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