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What is urbanisation?
Urbanisation is the movement of people form rural areas to urban areas.
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What are the effects of urbanisation on rural areas?
Rural areas become less densely populated which means that more jobs are available. Also, local families whose members have moved to urban areas can send them remittances.
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What are the effects of urbanisation on urban areas?
Urban areas become overcrowded and congested (traffic congestion). However, they can also become more culturally diverse.
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Describe the effects of rapid growth in one case study you investigated.
Nairobi is the capital of Kenya, Its rapid growth has benefited many, and also it has created a much more pleasant place to leave with quality housing. However, it has become overcrowded and difficult to find jobs. Also, shanty towns are present.
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Why are people moving away from rural areas?
Rural areas in places like Kenya provide terrible living conditions. There is no clean water, the area is dirty, no sanitation(sewage systems). Also, little employment and no entertainment for youngsters.
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