Poverty and Urban Development

This lecture explores the close relationship between poverty and urban development, focusing on how informal settlements in African cities reflect urban poverty. It discusses the impact of urbanization on poverty, the multidimensional nature of poverty, and famous theories on poverty in cities. The lecture also delves into the international debate on the performance of cities and effective poverty alleviation strategies, highlighting the complexity of urban phenomena and the significant transformations in developing countries. It addresses the various dimensions of poverty, the positive impact of urbanization on poverty, and the global thresholds for defining poverty. Additionally, it examines the historical context of slums in international discussions and the perspectives of geographers and economists on poverty and urban development.