Upside-Down Urbanism

The report explores the informal economy's role in urban development and its potential as a business partner in future cities.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher:

world 50 perspectives

Authors: Robert Neuwirth
Geographic focus: Sub-saharan Africa, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Caracas (venezuela), Lagos (nigeria), Mumbai, São Paulo, Kigali, Dubai, Shanghai, Singapore, Global

Methods

The research method involved a combination of economic analysis, case studies, and interviews with individuals and business representatives operating within the informal economy.

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Key Insights

The report discusses the growth of sub-Saharan African economies and the paradox of jobless growth, highlighting the informal sector's role in employment and urban development. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and engaging with informal economies, such as squatters and street vendors, to do business in developing cities. The report illustrates how multinational companies successfully operate within these informal markets and suggests that governments should focus on development strategies that include, rather than exclude, informal communities.

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