Multi-dimensional poverty—defined by factors related to health, education, and living standards—is declining in Rwanda, but most gains are being concentrated around urban centers. To bring prosperity to every home in the country, better connectivity between cities and rural areas will be key.
Urbanization in Rwanda has contributed to poverty reduction in Rwanda, but its potential could be realized more fully with better connectivity in terms of roads and transport, according to our findings in a new report, Reshaping Urbanization in Rwanda: Economic and Spatial Trends and Proposals. This…
