Uncontrolled urbanization and expected unclogging of Congolese cities: Case of Bukavu city, Eastern DR Congo

Uncontrolled urbanization and expected unclogging of Congolese cities: Case of Bukavu city, Eastern DR Congo

This study was conducted to contribute to improvement and sustainable development of Congolese cities, particularly Bukavu city. GIS and Remote Sensing technics were used to estimate the built-up suitable areas in Bukavu taking into account the slopes, rivers, exclusion zones, protected zones, lakes...

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Main Authors: Valéry Ntamusimwa Muhaya, Géant Basimine Chuma, Jacques Kahindo Kavimba, Nadège Cizungu Cirezi, Yannick Mugumaarhahama, Rosam Malela Fadiala, Corneille Mudimubadu Kanene, Albert Yenga-Yenga Kabasele, Gustave Nachigera Mushagalusa, Katcho Karume
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-08-01
Series:Environmental Challenges
Subjects:
Bukavu
Satellite city
Population growth
Sustainability
Suitability
Urban planning
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667010022001123

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