Lecture

Urbanization Challenges in Africa

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This lecture discusses the significant demographic pressure in Africa, focusing on the urban peripheries and the challenges of accompanying the rapid population growth through urbanization. The speaker emphasizes the importance of financing institutions and local authorities in managing urban expansion, highlighting the need for sustainable urban development strategies to improve living conditions and economic opportunities. The lecture also addresses the issues of urban sprawl, congestion, and the importance of densification to create more sustainable and functional cities. The speaker presents innovative financing models and urban projects aimed at addressing the complex urbanization issues in African cities, emphasizing the need for community participation and strategic infrastructure development.

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