The research conducted by UN-Habitat and the Global Land Tool Network (GLTN) “Land Degradation and Conflict: Case studies from Sudan, Jordan and Niger” describes the nexus between land degradation and conflict, its main features and how it plays out in the three countries examined as case studies.
The report found that “land degradation is often the manifestation of deeper root causes of conflict, such as population pressure, scarce natural resources, cross-border dynamics, weak…

In a time of accelerating urbanization, this diagnostic paper examines critical dimensions of urbanization in Niger State. Drawing on extensive demographic, legislative, infrastructural, and socio-economic research, the report uncovers the core developmental issues facing the state, some of which include rapid and uncoordinated urban growth, deficient infrastructure and service delivery, weak governance structures, poor land management systems, proliferation of informal settlements, and low…

For several years, Niger State has been experiencing increasing pressure on infrastructure, housing, services, and environmental sustainability. This feasibility report makes the case for the formulation of a subnational urban policy that is not only visionary but also unlocks the transformative potential for sustainable urban growth in the state.

Combining demographic analysis, institutional and policy reviews, and a comprehensive review of the statutory planning frameworks,…

With rapid population growth, urban expansion, and uncoordinated urban development, the need for a clear, harmonized urban vision has never been more urgent. This Feasibility Policy Note presents an evidence-based foundation for the formulation of the Niger State Urban Policy and highlights sectoral opportunities to accelerate sustainable urbanization in Niger State.

The report Urban Regeneration and Viruses: Learning from Past and Present Health Crises explores the spatial dimension of recovery measures from pandemics and epidemics. It provides a comparative study of urban regeneration case studies, presenting valuable learnings to build socio-economic and environmental resilience at different scales.