Abstract
Greater Khartoum, the capital region of Sudan has been historically experiencing rapid urbanization and serious urban challenges. In response to this, Greater Khartoum witnessed five urban planning schemes. The latest of which is the Khartoum Physical Development Plan 2008-2033 code-named as KPP5. The KPP5 stands as an ambitious attempt to articulate a better future for the capital region of Sudan in 2033. After 11 years of the adoption and implementation of the KPP5, this plan looks far away from achieving its intended goals and aspiration. The objective of this research is to investigate the process of governing, implementing and managing the Khartoum Physical Plan 2008-2033 (KPP5) against its urban development framework and initial objectives. This research argues that the implementation of the KPP5 has generated more serious challenges than what it was envisioned to solve. This argument is centered along two primary components of the structure plan itself, notably; the Satellite Cities concept and the Waterfront Development Strategy. The methodology underlined this research focuses on a careful literature review of the structure plan documents, policy, and planning mandates. This method was supported by interviews of key development officials and community members. The conclusions drawn by this research outlined many unique challenges that emerged and expanded due to the unclear and profit-driven policies. The study revealed that some of the obstacles established as a result of adopting KPP5 were due to a lack of the understanding of the KPP5 itself by the public sector and the practitioners. The research concluded by submitting a way forward to overcome some of the challenges observed. This was done by calling for authentic participation and awareness of the KPP5 contents followed by the need for an integrated and coordinated implementation and management approach.
