Community engagement key for upgrading informal settlements

• Several African countries are tackling the issue of slums and informal settlements by building completely new housing developments. However, many residents view these new areas as less habitable because of poor social conditions. Drawing on three case studies, this policy note argues that community engagement is crucial when planning to replace informal settlements with modern housing in African cities.

Ämnesord

SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP  -- Annan samhällsvetenskap (hsv//swe)

SOCIAL SCIENCES  -- Other Social Sciences (hsv//eng)

Nyckelord

Addis Ababa

Africa

Community participation

Ethiopia

Housing

Informal settlements

Johannesburg

Kenya

Living conditions

Nairobi

Recommendations

Slums

Social conditions

South Africa

Towns

Urban development

Urban planning

Urban renewal

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