Aug 22, 2024 | News, Research
We are excited to share that ACRC will be co-hosting a plenary session and running a side event at the inaugural Africa Urban Forum, which will be hosted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 4-6 September 2024. Convened by the African Union, the Forum aims to promote...
Aug 20, 2024 | News, Research
ACRC has published a new report exploring the political dimensions of urban development in Harare, Zimbabwe. Authored by George Masimba and Anna Walnycki, the paper synthesises key findings from research undertaken by in-city researchers, analysing how Harare’s...
Aug 16, 2024 | Commentary
By Rosebella Apollo, Jerry Okal and Jack Makau Kenya has recently witnessed a unique series of protests, distinct from typical political demonstrations. These protests, known locally as “Maandamano”, have transcended regional, political, ethnic, social, and economic...
Aug 14, 2024 | Commentary, Research
Two thirds of people living in Lagos reside in informal settlements, often in flood-prone areas and with limited access to basic services. As more and more people move into the city, the already high population density is rising. With more than 8,000 people per square...
Jul 22, 2024 | News, Research
ACRC’s CEO, Diana Mitlin, has been awarded the best paper of 2024 by Area Development and Policy for “The contribution of reform coalitions to inclusion and equity: lessons from urban social movements”. The open access paper highlights how urban reform coalitions –...
