Housing insecurity and conflict in Nairobi: Comparing the dynamics of low-income urban settlements
Urban Studies: An International Journal of Research in Urban Studies
Published online on July 15, 2026
Abstract
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Rapid urbanization often fuels the expansion of low-income settlements, where competition over space and scarce economic opportunities can spark violent conflict. Such settlements are characterized by insufficient infrastructure, low-quality housing, and ...
Rapid urbanization often fuels the expansion of low-income settlements, where competition over space and scarce economic opportunities can spark violent conflict. Such settlements are characterized by insufficient infrastructure, low-quality housing, and ...