What are the challenges facing informal settlements and their environmental effects in Cape Town?

Here is an outline of the Geography Research project requirements:

• Topic/Research Question: What are the challenges facing informal settlements and the effects these challenges on the environment of Cape Town?

• Notes:

  • This project must be an individual effort and typed.
  • Sections must be handed in at various times.
  • No plagiarism is allowed.
  • Due Date: No later than 8 April. Marks will be deducted every day for late projects.
  • Font: Maximum 14.

• Layout:

  1. Cover page with name, class, project title, and a picture.
  2. Hypothesis: A brief explanation of the topic and the area(s) you will focus on, starting with the words "I intend to discuss the challenges...". This section will also include a discussion of:
     • What informal settlements are.
     • Where they are found.
     • Why they occur.
  3. Map of the area in Cape Town with latitude and longitude (using Google Maps).
  4. Main body: This section will cover:
     • Challenges faced by the inhabitants.
     • Effects on the environment.
     • Solutions to the problem.
  5. Conclusion
  6. Bibliography