34 | Infrastructure
CHALLENGES OF NEW GENERATION CITIES With the astonishing rise of the mega-city and the ongoing creation of completely new, purpose-built urban hubs, the challenges of infrastructure provision have never been more intense. Sameem Gaffar, Executive Vice President - Internationalization, Morgenthau Stirling, inc., investigates… if we are going to properly address the infrastructure challenges and ensure critical factors such as social inclusivity and economic opportunity. This article explores the key factors and innovative solutions required for infrastructure development in these regions. THE RISE OF NEW GENERATION CITIES
n today's world, the rapid growth of urban populations is putting immense strain on cities and their infrastructure. As more people flock to big cities, policymakers and specialists face the daunting task of making these cities livable for everyone. This challenge becomes even more significant considering that by 2050, approximately 70% of the world's population will be living in urban centres, according to the United Nations. The need to create new-generation cities in Africa and the Middle East is crucial September 2023
The world is witnessing the rise of new generation cities, with 32 megacities - a megacity is a city of at least 10 million inhabitants - currently existing globally and an estimated 43 projected by 2030, mostly in Asia and Africa. These regions, however, are also the least resilient to catastrophic ecological threats. To overcome these challenges, new-generation cities must address various infrastructure aspects, including transportation systems, energy sources, waste management, and clean water and sanitation services.