As economic engines, cities naturally are fueling this growth: Today more than half the world’s population lives in an urban area. By 2050 that figure is expected to rise to 66 percent.

Causes of urban growth Land use in LEDCs Characteristics of shanty town areas Case study: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Rocinha The rapid growth of shanty towns Reasons for migration to Rio de Janeiro ...

As urbanization rapidly increases, city life is becoming a reality for an ever-growing share of the global population. While cities can create opportunities for health, urban living can also adversely ...