The Urban Question in Africa

The Urban Question in Africa: Uneven Geographies of Transition examines the imbalanced and contested nature of the ongoing urban transition of Africa. Edited and authored by leading experts on the subject, this unique volume develops an original theory conceptualising cities as sociotechnical systems constituted by production, consumption, and infrastructure regimes. Throughout the book, in-depth chapters address the impacts of current meta-trends global geopolitical shifts, economic changes, the climate crisis, and others on Africa's cities and the broader development of the continent. 

The recently released book:

• Presents a novel framework based on extensive fieldwork in multiple countries and regions of the continent
• Examines geopolitical and socioeconomic topics such as manufacturing in African cities, the green economy in Africa, and the impact of China on urban Africa
• Discusses the prospects for generative urbanism to produce and sustain long-term development in Africa
• Features high-quality maps, illustrations, and photographs

The Urban Question in Africa: Uneven Geographies of Transition is a crucial resource for students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in geography, urban planning, and African studies. It also serves as essential reading for academic researchers and policymakers

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