Sustainable Urban Futures in Africa

Sustainable Urban Futures in Africa offers theoretical frameworks to understand critical urban development issues and the role of local activism in shaping the built environment. It highlights the resource potential of urban Africa for sustainable development and aims to support the SDGs in urban areas.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Sustainable Urban Futures in Africa is a comprehensive resource that offers a diverse range of conventional and emerging theoretical frameworks to inform and respond to critical urban development issues within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. This book delves into various topics, including challenges to spatial urban development, the delivery of spatial planning, the influence of urbanization variables on the development of different forms of urban systems and settlements in Africa, the potential of land administration methods to create sustainable urban spaces in Africa, and the significant role of local activism in shaping the built environment.

Chapters in this book are authored by a diverse group of African scholars and practitioners from various fields, including urban planning and policy design, environmental science and policy, sociology, agriculture, natural resources management, environmental law, and politics. The authors bring their expertise and perspectives to shed light on the complex challenges and opportunities facing urban Africa.

Urban Africa possesses immense resource potential, both human and natural, that holds the key to fostering sustainable development when effectively harnessed. This resource potential includes a skilled and productive workforce, rich natural resources, and unique cultural heritage. By leveraging these resources, cities and towns in Africa can create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient communities that meet the needs of their residents while preserving the environment for future generations.

Sustainable Urban Futures in Africa serves as a valuable support for the SDGs in urban Africa, providing insights and strategies for achieving sustainable development outcomes. This book is of interest to students, researchers, professionals, policymakers, and readers who are passionate about urban studies, spatial planning, geography, governance, and other social sciences. By exploring the theoretical frameworks and practical examples presented in this book, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing urban Africa and contribute to the development of sustainable urban solutions.

Weight: 642g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032020181