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New research: Driving systemic change in Africa’s informal settlements
ACRC has published new research into the challenges facing informal settlement residents in seven African cities: Accra, Ghana; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Freetown, Sierra Leone; Harare, Zimbabwe; Kampala, Uganda; Lilongwe, Malawi; and Mogadishu, Somalia.
The politics of land and advocacy: ACRC at UTA-Do 2024
The UTA-Do 2024 event marked a significant gathering of scholars, practitioners, and activists dedicated to expanding and deepening the discourse on urban Africa.
What is action research – and what is it not?
This is the first in a series of blog posts exploring the practicalities and experiences of action research.
New paper: Strengthening food and nutrition security in Nairobi’s informal settlements
Since independence, Kenya has grappled with the state of food insecurity and poor health and nutrition. To inform practical pathways for addressing health, wellbeing and nutrition challenges, ACRC conducted mixed methods research in Nairobi.
New paper: Understanding safety and security in African cities
ACRC has published new research, exploring safety and security in six African cities: Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo; Freetown, Sierra Leone; Lagos, Nigeria; Maiduguri, Nigeria; Mogadishu, Somalia; and Nairobi, Kenya.
ACRC at the 2024 DSA Conference: Call for papers
ACRC is convening two panels at this year’s DSA conference, focusing on community knowledge in academic research and the politics of social justice in African cities. The call for papers now open.
Action research and coalition building in Nairobi
Jane Wairutu, Nicera Wanjiru Kimani and Nancy Njoki Wairimu join Daniela Cocco Beltrame to talk about their experiences of the first phase of ACRC research in Nairobi.
Obuntubulamu: Care and solidarity among young refugees in Kampala’s informal settlements
Obuntubulamu is a widely recognised concept throughout Uganda, emphasising the importance of treating others with kindness and tact.
Towards urban reform: Navigating Kampala’s complex governance structure
This webinar in November 2023 explored key findings from the ACRC research in Kampala and featured an expert panel discussion around navigating complex city governance structures and delivering urban reform.
Too many cooks? The plethora of key urban youth actors in Uganda
Uganda has a large youth population, with UNICEF stating it is the second most youthful population in the world. In 2022, nearly half (49%) of Uganda’s population was below 15 years of age and 21% were aged between 15 and 24.
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