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A holistic categorisation of address purposes as an analytical entry point to finding solutions for addressing governance in South Africa
Abstract
An address is structured information allowing one to locate a building or other feature in the physical world; yet, in large parts of the world, including South Africa, many people must get by without such a utility. Although addresses are being rolled out, there is still no clarity concerning stakeholder responsibilities in the governance of addresses and address data in South Africa. In this paper, we present a categorisation of address purposes based on a holistic analysis of the many purposes of an address found in literature. Supported by this categorisation, stakeholders who could or should be involved in addressing governance in South Africa are identified. This first hierarchical categorisation of address purposes can be extended with additional levels of categorisation of new and diverse uses and purposes of addresses as they emerge. The categorisation confirms the significant value of addresses to society, governance, and the economy, sanctioning the need for investments for implementing an effective addressing infrastructure. The study serves as the analytical entry point to finding solutions for more coherent policy formulation and governance.
