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research on developing countries
Violence
and crime
The
changing face of urban terror
The media has focused on urban terrorist attacks in New York, London
and Madrid but paid little attention to the impact of terrorism - much
of it state-led - in cities in the south. The effects of urban terror
- on livelihoods, development and governance - are greatest in the cities
of less developed countries.
A
new geography of conflict: slum wars of Nicaragua
Despite the end of civil wars that plagued Central America in previous
decades, violence continues to affect the region. Some reports highlight
the fact that violence now occurs as crime rather than ideologically-motivated
political violence. Others emphasise the shift from countryside to city:
the 'slum wars' of Nicaragua demonstrate a continuation of past struggles
throughout Central America.
Infrastructure
Securing
land and infrastructure in Namibia
How can urban development be improved to meet the needs of poor people?
Experience from Namibia shows how a strong people's movement can address
the needs of poor people without depending on property rights or state
welfare
Development
finance institutions and subsidies for the infrastructure sector
Development finance institutions can contribute to poverty reduction
by supporting the growth of a vibrant private sector in developing countries.
Subsidies can play a role in encouraging the private sector to invest
in high-risk infrastructure projects, but may interfere with competition.
Incorporating
gender with transport planning in South Africa
Women and men have different transport needs. This has become increasingly
true in Johannesburg, South Africa, in recent years. But the city's
planners are failing to address transport issues that are particular
to women. This risks reinforcing gender and race inequalities.
Other
research highlights
Improving
water supply and sanitation in Kazakhstan
Managing
change in local governance
Inadequate
services mean low productivity for sub-Saharan firms
Good state-business relations help Zambian firms
Improving energy planning in sub-Saharan Africa
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