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DRC Bridging the Divide Policy Review.

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the interplay between urban and rural areas holds profound implications for socio-economic development and environmental sustainability. This publication offers a comprehensive examination of the challenges and opportunities within these linkages, drawing on extensive research and a survey conducted among 53 government officials. It is part of the UN-Habitat project titled “Supporting the implementation of the New Urban Agenda through National and Subnational Urban Policies” funded by the Andalusian Agency of International Cooperation for Development (AACID).

Key Features:

• Socio-Economic and Environmental Challenges: Explore the complex landscape of urban-rural dynamics in the DRC, highlighting disparities in access to services and infrastructure, environmental degradation, and climate change vulnerabilities.
• Stakeholder Engagement Assessment: Gain valuable insights into the level of stakeholder engagement in urban-rural development efforts, uncovering opportunities for collaboration and areas for improvement.
• Capacity Assessment: Assess the institutional capacity within government agencies to address urban-rural challenges effectively, identifying gaps in resources, technical expertise, and coordination mechanisms.
• Policy Assessment: Examine the policy landscape governing urban-rural development, evaluating the coherence, relevance, and effectiveness of existing policies in addressing the identified challenges.
• Recommendations for Action: Based on the outcomes of the assessments, this publication provides actionable recommendations to enhance stakeholder engagement, strengthen institutional capacity, and reform policies for more integrated and sustainable urban-rural development in the DRC.

This publication serves as a vital resource for policymakers, development practitioners, and researchers striving to promote inclusive and resilient urban-rural linkages in the DRC. By embracing the recommendations outlined herein, stakeholders can collectively advance towards a future where urban and rural communities thrive in harmony, ensuring equitable and sustainable development for all.

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