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13. Achieving Regional Development Through Enhanced Connectivity in the Nairobi Metropolitan Region

verfasst von : Daniel Githira, Romanus Opiyo, Dennis Mwaniki

Erschienen in: Smart Metropolitan Regional Development

Verlag: Springer Singapore

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Abstract

Reliable transport and ICT connectivity are frequently cited as primary factors affecting regional development patterns. This is informed by the fact that such connectivity has great potential to enhance concentration (agglomeration) of economic growth. Transport and ICT connectivity impact on the productive sector through the flow of products and labour markets in a smart manner. This chapter examines the potential of enhanced transport and ICT connectivity in driving smart development in Nairobi Metropolitan Region (NMR), as well as the operational regulatory and institutional framework that is currently facilitating (and/or creating positive prospects for) the region’s smart growth. It details the historical challenges associated with connectivity in the NMR, plots the region’s economic nodes and their spatial connectivity, and analyses elements of transportation and ICT connectivity in the region. The chapter concludes by highlighting key economic and governance factors which are critical in maximizing the two connectivity parameters (transport and ICT) in achieving smart NMR development.

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Fußnoten
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Kenya is divided into 47 independent governance structures called counties, each with its own governance structure under the leadership of a County Governor.
 
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Metadaten
Titel
Achieving Regional Development Through Enhanced Connectivity in the Nairobi Metropolitan Region
verfasst von
Daniel Githira
Romanus Opiyo
Dennis Mwaniki
Copyright-Jahr
2019
Verlag
Springer Singapore
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-8588-8_13