Tesis Magíster
Analytic framework: resettlement vs upgrading. The case of Colbot in Freetown, Sierra Leone
Analytic framework: resettlement vs upgrading. The case of colbot in freetown, sierra leone
Autor
Rigon, Andrea
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LONDON
Institución
Resumen
This dissertation emphasises the relevance of the discussion on 'resettlement or slum upgrading' and its pertinence in a specific case study of one of the least developed countries, namely, Sierra Leone. Freetown, the capital city, is facing a complicated scenario due to the contingency of political decisions associated with slum upgrading or relocation in the capital. The constant flooding that affects the communities also causes social problems and this has led to significant public debate among various actors. From a political perspective, some of them advocate for relocation, while other civil society organisations (CSOs) and non governmental organisations (NGOs) support the idea of remaining in their current locations. The lack of qualitative and quantitative data and the absence of public policies, focused on slum upgrading and the development of low-cost housing, makes it a difficult task for the decision maker.