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Proximity is not access: A capabilities approach to understanding non-motorized transport vulnerability in African cities
A paradigm shift regarding the fundamental premise of transport planning is underway. The objectives of shifting to accessibility-based planning includes …
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Studying Sharp Changes of Urban Landscape: Concession Within Agricultural, Hydraulic, and Maritime Public Domain in Kelibia City, Northern Tunisia
Coastal cities are desirable places to live and work which results in ongoing and increasing urbanization. In southern Mediterranean countries, …
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Improving Non-Motorized Transportation Provision in a Socially Inclusive Way—the Case of Cape Town
Walking is the most important mode of transport in the “Global South. ” Depending on the location, the mode accounts …
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Contours of Urban Violence and Insecurity: Digital Media Technologies and Mitigation of Urban Violence Among Undocumented African Migrants in South Africa
This is a qualitative exploratory investigation into the use of digital media technologies in the mitigation of security concerns among …
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The Political Exploitation and Human (In) Security of Illegal Street Vendors in the Post-colonial Urban Informal Sector of Harare in Zimbabwe
This article examines the complexities around urban informality, in particular illegal street vending in post-colonial Harare in Zimbabwe from 2000 …
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Social Discontent or Criminality? Navigating the Nexus Between Urban Riots and Criminal Activities in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Provinces, South Africa (2021)
Post-apartheid South Africa is characterized by the proliferation of public protests, which occur in various contexts. These include urban riots …
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Scaling Up of Nature-Based Solutions to Guide Climate Adaptation Planning: Evidence From Two Case Studies
Nature-based solutions are gaining importance within the notion of urban sustainability problems and associated global goals. This paper argues that …
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Perspectives on Energy Insecurity and Its Impacts on Urban Livelihoods: Adaptation and Resilience of Women in the Informal Sector
Variability in temperature and precipitation due to climate change is predicted to significantly impact on Southern African countries' resources. These …
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Urban Green Infrastructure for Poverty Alleviation: Evidence Synthesis and Conceptual Considerations
The multiple benefits of urban green infrastructure (UGI) that support sustainable cities are increasingly acknowledged, and yet the bulk of …
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Pedestrian Motor Vehicle Accidents and Fatalities in Botswana-An Epidemiological Study
According to WHO, more than 300,000 pedestrian deaths were recorded globally, accounting for 22% of total road user fatalities in …
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Green Infrastructure Can Improve the Lives of Slum Dwellers in African Cities
Slums and informal settlements in African cities are notably connected to green spaces and natural ecosystems serving as green infrastructure. …
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Introduction of Mobile Health Tools to Support COVID-19 Training and Surveillance in Ogun State Nigeria
Mobile health (mhealth) tools delivered through wireless technology are emerging as effective strategies for delivering quality training, ensuring rapid clinical …
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Hailstorm and Human Excreta: Navigating the Hazardous Landscapes in Low-Income Communities in Mangaung, South Africa
This policy brief argues that due to the failure of local municipalities, political instability, and corruption, hazards act synergistically with …
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Effectiveness of a Drinking and Driving Campaign on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behavior Among Drivers in Addis Ababa
Background: In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, road traffic crashes represent a major public health challenge. Driving under the influence of alcohol …
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SDG Implementation at the Local Level: Lessons From Responses to the Coronavirus Crisis in Three Cities in the Global South
A body of work is starting to emerge that seeks to build on the challenges and lessons of the current …
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Technological Innovations and Degrowth Opportunities From Urban Egypt: Initiating the Discourse
• Degrowth can support urban sustainability, especially in Global South or developing nations. • Degrowth and technological innovation have had …
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Reflecting on the Potential and Limitations of Urban Agriculture as an Urban Greening Tool in South Africa
Urban green spaces have been researched extensively for their contribution towards livable, sustainable and resilient cities. Studies illustrate increasing awareness …
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Effects of Traffic Calming Measures on Mobility, Road Safety and Pavement Conditions on Abuakwa-Bibiani Highway
Traffic calming measures (TCMs) have been widely adopted as the major speed control devices in Ghana. While initial evaluations have …
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Built Environment Analysis for Road Traffic Crash Hotspots in Kigali, Rwanda
Introduction: Road traffic injuries (RTIs) are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in Rwanda. Investigations of the high risk …
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