The political opportunities and obstacles associated with Africa’s urban challenges
By Ezana Haddis Weldeghebrael, research associate at The University of Manchester “Forget planning, politics first.” – Shuaib LwasaUrban Action Lab, Uganda As part of the Development Studies Association Annual Conference, the African Cities Research Consortium...
Invisibilising African cities and their populations
What can we learn from looking at Africa through the lens of its cities? This blog is the fifth in a series exploring different aspects of city development and urban change in Africa, featuring contributions from researchers and practitioners working within the...
Partner Spotlight: The University of Manchester
One of the world’s leading research institutions, The University of Manchester is dedicated to advancing the sustainable development goals through its research, education, public engagement and responsible campus operations. The University is the lead partner in the...