Podcast: Why do land brokers matter in African cities?

Podcast: Why do land brokers matter in African cities?

Recently published ACRC research, exploring land and connectivity in African cities, found “land brokers” to be significant players within urban land markets. In Mogadishu, Somalia and Kampala, Uganda in particular, the research found that brokers play a prominent...
The politics of land and advocacy: ACRC at UTA-Do 2024

The politics of land and advocacy: ACRC at UTA-Do 2024

By Abdifatah Tahir The UTA-Do 2024 event marked a significant gathering of scholars, practitioners, and activists dedicated to expanding and deepening the discourse on urban Africa. Held at Ardhi University and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, this...
Urban politics and power in Mogadishu

Urban politics and power in Mogadishu

As the capital and the seat of the Somali government, Mogadishu has undergone a slow process of urban recovery over the course of the past decade. The city is experiencing rapid urbanisation, growing up to as much as 4% per year by some estimates, with a concomitant...