With the majority of the world’s population living in, or close to urban areas, the economic transformation of cities is increasingly playing a central role in the creation of employment opportunities. Sound urban development facilitates productive and smart cities, improves access to reliable infrastructure and services, and increases investments. However, rapid urbanization without proper planning, governance and environmental management hinders sustainable development and poverty reduction efforts. Cowater International works to address critical infrastructure and economic growth challenges by improving urban development approaches to ensure residents can enjoy better living standards through access to good jobs and quality services.
