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Why do Africans keep migrating to cities?

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February 19, 2021

Cities in Africa are growing rapidly. The consequences are pollution and deteriorating living conditions. Oumar Sylla, UN Habitat's regional director for Africa, talks with DW about the reasons for urbanization and strategies to deal with it.