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Urbanisation en Afrique

Un état des lieux de l'urbanisation en Afrique et dans le Monde. Quels sont le grands défis, les grands enjeux? Première approche de la planification urbaine

Introduction à la planification et à la ville africaine, seconde partie

Suite de la première semaine, nous continuons à explorer les villes africaines par leurs enjeux, les défis qu'elles représentent et les modèles d'urbanisation dont elles sont issues

Les thématiques urbaines

L'aménagement urbain reposent sur des outils pour ordonner des transports, des équipements, des espaces et des logements. De là découlent des formes urbaines à canaliser.

Le fonctionnement urbain

Apprendre à réaliser des lotissements pas à pas.

La planification et ses outils

La ville se finance, elle demande des ressources qui s'obtiennent par des biais divers.

Le futur des villes ou comment planifier

Faire face au défi climatique qui change nos manières de faire la ville.

Les outils et les méthodes

Gouverner la ville africaine d'aujourd'hui.

Les actions de l'urbanisme opérationnel: les lotissements

Les quartiers les plus importants des villes africaines actuelles sont les lotissements, nous y consacrons une semaine entière.

Les actions de l'urbanisme opérationnel: la restructuration et les projets urbains

Cette semaine nous plongeons au coeur des quartiers précaires en essayant d'en comprendre le rôle dans la ville

Les coûts et les financements des villes

Financement de la ville, adressage et cadastre

Gouvernance: quels partenariats?

Une première partie de méthode et une seconde partie sur la gouvernance urbaine

Conclusions

Mesurer l'impact réel de la planification sur le fonctionnement urbain ; Synthèse et rappels, conclusions.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explore les principes fondamentaux de l’aménagement urbain et tient compte des dimensions techniques, environnementales, sociales, économiques et symboliques

Examine en détail l’urbanisation en Afrique et dans le monde, en soulignant les défis et les enjeux majeurs

Approfondit les concepts clés de la planification urbaine dans le contexte africain, en se concentrant sur les modèles d’urbanisation et les problématiques spécifiques

Développe des compétences pratiques en matière d’aménagement urbain, y compris la réalisation de lotissements et la restructuration de quartiers

Analyse les méthodes et les outils utilisés pour financer les villes, y compris l’adressage et le cadastre

Examine la gouvernance urbaine, en mettant l’accent sur les partenariats et la participation des parties prenantes

Reviews summary

Helpful urban planning course

This introductory course on urban planning is described by reviewers as helpful and interesting. Especially helpful is that the course focuses only on African cities and their unique characteristics. Some reviewers find that this course is better suited as a general introduction than for practitioners already somewhat familiar with the subject matter.

Good starting point for those new to urban planning.

"It's a real start to understand and to be initiate at the planification in the world and obviously in Africa"

Helpful in learning the basics of urban planning.

"Cours pertient et intéressant"

Useful focus only on African cities.

"Le cours parle uniquement des villes africaines"

"il y a très peu de cours spécialisé sur l'Afrique ou les pays en voie de développement"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine with these activities:

Développez un plan d'urbanisme pour un quartier existant

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Créez un plan qui intègre les principes d'urbanisme durable et de justice sociale, en tenant compte des défis et des opportunités du quartier.

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Identifier les principaux problèmes et opportunités du quartier
Rechercher les meilleures pratiques en matière d'urbanisme durable
Élaborer un plan qui aborde les problèmes et intègre les meilleures pratiques
Créer un modèle visuel ou une présentation pour communiquer le plan

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Career center

Learners who complete Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Urban Planner

An Urban Planner designs land use and development plans for communities. You will need a Master’s degree in urban planning or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help build a foundation in the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Transportation Planner

A Transportation Planner develops and implements plans for the transportation system of a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in transportation planning, civil engineering, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Land Use Planner

A Land Use Planner develops and implements plans for the use of land in a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in urban planning, land use planning, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Urban Designer

An Urban Designer designs the physical environment of a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in urban design, architecture, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Real Estate Developer

A Real Estate Developer plans and develops land for residential, commercial, or industrial use. You will typically need a Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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City Manager

A City Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of a city. You will typically need a Master’s degree in public administration or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the challenges and opportunities facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of a City Manager.

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Environmental Planner

An Environmental Planner develops and implements plans to protect the environment. You will typically need a Master’s degree in environmental planning, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the environmental challenges and opportunities facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of an Environmental Planner.

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Community Development Director

A Community Development Director plans and implements programs to improve the quality of life in a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in community development, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the social, economic, and environmental issues facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of a Community Development Director.

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Economic Development Director

An Economic Development Director plans and implements programs to promote economic growth in a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in economic development, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the economic challenges and opportunities facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of an Economic Development Director.

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Land Surveyor

A Land Surveyor measures and maps land. You will typically need a Bachelor’s degree in surveying or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Zoning Administrator

A Zoning Administrator interprets and enforces zoning laws and regulations. You will typically need a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Sustainability Coordinator

A Sustainability Coordinator develops and implements plans to make a community more sustainable. You will typically need a Master’s degree in sustainability, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the social, economic, and environmental challenges facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of a Sustainability Coordinator.

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Public Works Director

A Public Works Director plans and implements programs to maintain and improve the public infrastructure of a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in public administration, civil engineering, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the technical, environmental, social, economic, and symbolic dimensions of urban planning. The course also focuses on urban issues specific to Africa, which could be helpful if you are interested in working in that region.

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Housing Director

A Housing Director plans and implements programs to provide affordable housing for residents of a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in public administration, housing, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the housing challenges and opportunities facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of a Housing Director.

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Parks and Recreation Director

A Parks and Recreation Director plans and implements programs to provide parks, recreation, and other leisure services for residents of a community. You will typically need a Master’s degree in parks and recreation, public administration, or a related field. This course may be useful, as it can help you understand the social, economic, and environmental issues facing African cities. The course also covers topics such as urban planning, financing, and governance, which are all essential to the success of a Parks and Recreation Director.

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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine.

The Urban Question in Africa

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Cet ouvrage fournit une perspective internationale sur la planification urbaine en Afrique, en se concentrant sur les pratiques émergentes et les leçons apprises dans diverses villes.

(English) The Urban Question in Africa: Uneven Geographies of...

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Urban Informality

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Ce livre remett en question les approches traditionnelles de la théorie et de la pratique urbaines, en proposant des visions alternatives pour les villes africaines basées sur les expériences locales et les connaissances indigènes.

The State of Africa

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Ce livre fournit une étude approfondie des caractéristiques uniques et des tendances de l'urbanisation en Afrique subsaharienne, en mettant l'accent sur la diversité des formes et des fonctions urbaines.

(English) State of Africa

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Planning Cities in Africa

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Ce livre explore les stratégies et les meilleures pratiques pour planifier des villes africaines résilientes au climat, en se concentrant sur les défis et les opportunités liés à l'adaptation et à l'atténuation.

(English) Planning Cities in Africa: Current Issues and...

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Reimagining Urban Planning in Africa

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Cette revue de la littérature offre un aperçu complet des établissements informels urbains en Afrique, en examinant leurs caractéristiques, leurs défis et les stratégies d'intervention potentielles.

(English) Reimagining Urban Planning in Africa

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Evangelical Christian Responses to Islam

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Ce manuel complet couvre un large éventail de sujets liés à la politique africaine, fournissant un contexte précieux pour comprendre le fonctionnement des villes africaines.

(English) Evangelical Christian Responses to Islam: A...

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