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Government unveils new urban development blueprint to address flooding, housing deficit and unplanned settlements
The government has launched a new 10-year National Urban Policy and a National Slum Upgrading and Prevention Strategy aimed at addressing challenges confronting Ghana’s urban areas, including flooding, housing shortages, congestion and unplanned settlements.
The two policy documents are expected to guide Ghana’s urban development agenda from 2026 to 2035, with government hoping they will strengthen urban planning, reduce informal settlements and promote inclusive, resilient and sustainable cities.
The new National Urban Policy seeks to promote sustainable urban growth through improved land-use planning, climate resilience, better infrastructure financing, affordable housing, digital governance and equitable access to essential services.
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