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- Author: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
- Main Title: Economic Report on Africa 2017 , pp 17-19
- Publication Date: April 2017
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.18356/14df76f3-en
- Language: English French
Urbanization is a mega-trend with profound implications for Africa’s growth and transformation. The rate and scale of urbanization is reshaping not only the demographic profile of the continent but also economic, environmental and social outcomes. By 2035 about half of Africa’s population will be living in urban areas, presenting considerable demands for employment, services and infrastructure, but creating advantages for economic growth. The urban transition is also taking place as the continent faces a demographic shift and a burgeoning youth population becoming located in urban areas.
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ISBN (PDF):
9789210603928
Book DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18356/2da6f7c9-en
Related Subject(s):
Economic and Social Development
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International Trade and Finance
Sustainable Development Goals:
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