Some actions cities can take include improving energy efficiency in buildings and designing streets to avoid traffic congestion, the report says. Picture: 123RF/DONGLIZHANG
The report found that many governance issues have been affected by recent emergencies in the financial, health, corruption and climate environments. “This is because by 2050 the SA population is expected to grow by between nine- to 24-million people, many of whom will live in cities or towns. Given that cities are crucial for global development, their performance in delivering basic services ... is inextricably linked to the wellbeing of their citizens,” said Sithole Mbanga, CEO of the SA Cities Network.
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