In 2022, Mozambique had the highest share of its urban population living in slums or informal settlements within Southern Africa, with 55 percent. Zimbabwe followed close behind with a share of 54.9 percent. On the other hand, Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland) had the lowest share within the region at 17 percent.
Proportion of urban population living in slums in Southern Africa in 2022, by country
The source states that the share of urban population living in slums or informal settlements per country, territory and region, was based on 4 out of 5 main household shelter deprivations defined by UN-Habitat as indicators of informality: lack of access to improved water, lack of access to improved sanitation, lack of sufficient living area and quality/durability of structure. Security of tenure is the fifth deprivation that is not included due to data limitations.
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