Oct 7, 2024 | Commentary, News
The growing literature on the politics of development in African cities has made significant advances in recent years, drawing attention to the often-unexpected ways in which the politics of democratisation, clientelism and ethnicity are playing out within specific...
Sep 11, 2024 | Commentary, Research
By Tom Gillespie and Baraka Mwau On 25 June 2024, the streets of Nairobi erupted in protest against the government of Kenya’s plans to increase taxes on many everyday goods, such as food and fuel. President William Ruto’s controversial 2024 Finance Bill was a response...
Aug 27, 2024 | Commentary
By Elizabeth Dessie; first published on URBANET. In African cities, young people struggle with limited opportunities and systemic failures. How can cities overcome these barriers to secure their future? Young people represent a demographic majority in most African...
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...
