Challenges of Informal Settlements
Examining the causes, characteristics, and socio-economic challenges faced by residents of informal settlements (slums).
Key Questions
- Analyze the push and pull factors leading to the growth of informal settlements.
- Evaluate the environmental and health risks associated with living in informal settlements.
- Propose sustainable solutions for improving living conditions in informal settlements.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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