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Challenges in African Urban Development

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This lecture discusses the challenges of rapid urbanization in African cities, focusing on issues such as urban sprawl, inadequate infrastructure, governance, and the need for effective urban planning to accommodate the projected population growth. The speaker emphasizes the importance of addressing these challenges to improve living conditions, create economic opportunities, and prevent social unrest in rapidly growing urban areas.

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African Cities II
Le cours prolonge les connaissances de base acquises en planification urbaine à travers ses dimensions techniques, environnementale et sociale. Il fait suite au cours « Villes africaines : introductio
African Cities II
Le cours prolonge les connaissances de base acquises en planification urbaine à travers ses dimensions techniques, environnementale et sociale. Il fait suite au cours « Villes africaines : introductio
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