The Thirst Trap: How Africa’s Water Utilities Survive on a Business Model That Loses Money
The water utility is the most essential business in any African city. It is also,…
Urban Development
Explore urban development, including city planning, infrastructure, housing, transport, real estate, smart cities, regeneration and sustainable growth shaping communities in Ghana, Africa and around the world.
Why Accra Keeps Evolving Faster Than Any Other Ghanaian City
From the gleaming towers of Airport City to the sprawling suburbs absorbing thousands of new…
Why Accra’s Future Depends on Smarter Urban Planning
Every rainy season, Accra is reminded of a painful reality: roads become rivers, businesses shut…
The Realities Behind Accra’s Environmental Challenges
From waste collection and flooding to air quality and institutional failure, Accra’s environmental challenges are…
How Accra’s Population Growth Is Affecting Infrastructure
Accra’s population is growing faster than the city can prepare for it. With over 5.4…
Why Urban Policy Matters for Accra’s Future
Accra’s future hinges on the decisions made today. From flooding and congestion to housing and…
The Role of Community Groups in Improving Accra
When state institutions fall short, communities step up. From Residents’ Associations building drains and negotiating…
Why Inequality Is Growing Across Accra’s Communities
Accra is a city of two worlds. In one, luxury apartments in East Legon and…
How Local Government Decisions Shape Accra Living
From flood relief and waste management to urban heat and sanitation enforcement, the Accra Metropolitan…
The Smart Commute: How Accra’s Transport Sector Is Quietly, and Not So Quietly, Embracing Technology
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION For generations, the daily experience of navigating Accra’s transport system has been a…