Published in Feb 2017

Part 5: Africa: economic transformation hinges on unlocking potential of cities

"Government approach includes stepping up investment in urban infrastructure, improving connectivity with rural areas, better matching formal real estate markets with the housing demand by clarifying land rights, managing the growth of intermediary cities, and improving the provision of infrastructure and services within and between cities. Such investments need to be accompanied by productive formal employment – especially for the youth – and sufficient public goods. "

Source: http://www.africaneconomicoutlook.org/sites/default/files/2016-05/AEO2016_Theme2016_Maps.pdf


By africaneconomicoutlook.org