Nov 28, 2022 | Commentary, Research
The informal settlement of Cockle Bay lies along the western coast of Freetown, Sierra Leone’s capital, and is home to more than 16,000 people. Proximity to the sea plays a prominent role in the lives of residents, delivering sustenance and employment. But it also...
Nov 10, 2022 | Commentary, Research
What is ACRC’s research in Freetown all about? How does housing connect with land, youth employment and the rising costs of imported materials? How do political systems both help and hinder meaningful change? What attention is paid to informal settlements? Does the...