Oct 8, 2026 | Action research, Lagos, Profile
By Deji Akinpelu On a plot of land in Ajegunle-Ikorodu, Lagos that could easily have become another illegal dumping site, something different is taking shape. Plastic bottles that once ended up in nearby drainages can now be traded for cash, while food waste is being...
Oct 5, 2026 | Accra, Action research, Profile
For over 40 years, Hawa Dawudu has lived in Old Fadama, Accra – a historic informal settlement, with a growing population of over 120,000 and the location of one of the city’s largest fruit and vegetable markets. A new film, produced by the Know Your City TV team at...
Sep 25, 2026 | Action research, Profile
Hear from ACRC’s CEO, Tom Goodfellow, as he tells us about how he got into urban development, what he finds most interesting about the ACRC approach, what African cities can do to drive progress, and more. Watch the video profile and read the full conversation...
