Question $6[12$ Marks$]$

$6\mathrm{.}1$ The provincial government of Bokone Bophirima$($ also known as North West Province$)$ is tasked with developing its Provincial Spatial Development Framework $($PSDF$),$ a strategic planning document that guides spatial planning and development initiatives within the province. The PSDF promotes sustainable and equitable development by integrating spatial, economic, social, and environmental considerations. To streamline the compilation process and enhance the

effectiveness of the PSDF$,$ the provincial government has decided to leverage Geographic Information Systems $($GIS$)$ technology.

$6\mathrm{.}1\mathrm{.}1$ How can Geographic Information Systems $($GIS$)$ technology contribute to the compilation and analysis of spatial data for the PSDF$?$ three points $(3$ marks$)$

$6\mathrm{.}1\mathrm{.}2$ What are the potential benefits of incorporating GIS technology into the PSDF compilation process, and how can it improve decision$-$making in spatial planning and development? Four points $($any $3$ marks$)$

$6\mathrm{.}1\mathrm{.}3$ Identify and discuss any challenges or limitations that provincial governments may encounter when implementing GIS for PSDF compilation and propose strategies to address these challenges. Four points $($any $3$ marks$)$

$6\mathrm{.}1\mathrm{.}4$ How can provincial governments ensure the effective utilisation of GIS$-$based PSDF to promote sustainable and equitable development within their respective regions? Four points $($any $3$ marks$).$