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New research: Understanding the politics of urban development in Accra
ACRC has published a new paper exploring the urban development challenges facing Accra, Ghana.
Lessons in urban resilience from the floods in Maiduguri, Nigeria
On Tuesday 10 September 2024, Maiduguri city residents woke up to an unparalleled natural disaster: flooding that severely damaged over half of the city and resulted in the significant loss of lives.
Uncovering the politics of informal settlements in African cities
A recent webinar drew on a study undertaken by ACRC researchers to explore how development processes in informal settlements in Accra, Freetown, Harare and Kampala are shaped by their differing political settlements.
New research: How the climate crisis is hampering labour productivity in Accra
Researchers from ACRC’s structural transformation domain have published a new working paper, looking at the effect of climate change on city-wide labour productivity in Accra, Ghana.
Urbanisation, rentier capitalism and the politics of inequality in Kenya
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.
Obstructed paths into adulthood: Challenging the hindrances to young people’s lives in African cities
In African cities, young people struggle with limited opportunities and systemic failures. How can cities overcome these barriers to secure their future?
New research: Addressing security and governance challenges in Mogadishu
ACRC has published a new report exploring the political dimensions of urban development in Harare, Zimbabwe.
ACRC to present research and reform insights at the inaugural Africa Urban Forum
We are excited to share that ACRC will be co-hosting a plenary session and convening a side event at the inaugural Africa Urban Forum, which will be hosted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 4-6 September 2024.
New research: Identifying opportunities for urban transformation in Harare
ACRC has published a new report exploring the political dimensions of urban development in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Youth uprising: How Gen-Z protests could shift Kenya’s power structures
Kenya has recently witnessed a unique series of protests, reflecting a growing concern among Kenyans about the high cost of living, persistent governance issues, corruption, foreign debt and an increasing inflation rate.
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