The Nordic Africa Institute

Research at a glance

Finding ways for Africa's urban poor to cope with the climate crisis

A bridge in an informal settlement in Lilongwe.

A self-made bridge in an informal settlement in Lilongwe. Photo: Jennifer Hart.

Date • 4 Dec 2019

The urban poor across the world face similar climate-related challenges. In many urban areas in Africa, weak government presence exacerbates the situation. This was the topic of a workshop in Malawi.