Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)
Urbanization and Social Welfare in Guinea’s Informal Settlements: A Comparative Study
Tayebou Kandji, Institut Supérieur des Sciences et Médecine Vétérinaire
Mamadou Cissé, Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry
Sory Diabate, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry
Fatin Diallo, Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18836097
Published: June 28, 2006
Abstract
Urbanization in Guinea’s informal settlements has accelerated due to rural-urban migration and economic opportunities. Mixed-methods approach including qualitative interviews with residents, quantitative data on service provision, and literature review. Urban settlements face significant challenges in accessing basic services like healthcare and education compared to peri-urban areas. Inadequate social welfare infrastructure disproportionately affects urban residents, necessitating targeted policy interventions. Enhanced funding for urban public health facilities and community-based education programmes is recommended.
How to Cite
Tayebou Kandji, Mamadou Cissé, Sory Diabate, Fatin Diallo (2006). Urbanization and Social Welfare in Guinea’s Informal Settlements: A Comparative Study. Journal of Sahel and Savanna Studies, Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18836097
Keywords
GeographicCitiesInformalSitesMixed-Methods