Rural Development Planning in Africa

This book applies a range of theories that focus on current concerns in rural Africa. The contributors lay out the conceptualization, analysis, methods, assumptions, perceptions, and ideas considered in each individual case. Specifically, this project inspires research in the field of rural development in Africa through multi-faceted endeavors that promote the ability of planning to uplift people's well-being and quality of life.

Provides a synthesis of African rural development knowledge that that acts as a comprehensive reference and fills a gap in the available literature Conducts a rigorous assessment that emphasizes success stories, opportunities, and people's initiatives rather than just environmental and development crises Covers the whole African continent and not just Sub-Saharan Africa as is the case in some publications

Autorentext
Meleckidzedeck Khayesi is an independent researcher and transport specialist. His current research interests include sustainable transport and development, focusing on walking, cycling, road safety, public transport, transport policy, and spatial aspects of sustainable development.

Inhalt
Chapter 1: Encountering African Rural Development Planning.- Chapter 2: Natural and Environmental Resource Management.- Chapter 3: Local Governance.- Chapter 4: Agriculture.- Chapter 5: Financing Rural Development Programmes.- Chapter 6: Small Market and Urban Centres.- Chapter 7: Energy.- Chapter 8: Water.- Chapter 9: Health.- Chapter 10: Physical Activity.