Urbanization in Mogadishu

The Mogadishu skyline is being transformed by:

• new high-rise developments

• traditional mud houses

• historical monuments

• rivers and docks

The flow of rural families to Mogadishu has affected the city in that:

• It has led to rapid urban expansion and increased pressure on infrastructure.

• It has resulted in a decrease in population density.

• It has reduced economic opportunities.

• It has had no noticeable impact.

Some of the social costs of urbanization mentioned in the passage include:

• increased crime and overcrowding

• decline in economic opportunities

• rise in cultural activities

• improvements in environmental quality

Who is Yasmin Omar and what challenges has she faced according to the passage?

• Yasmin Omar is a woman who has overcome personal and societal challenges as described in the passage.

• Yasmin Omar is an academic with no mention of facing any challenges.

• Yasmin Omar is a fictional character, and the passage does not detail any challenges.

• Yasmin Omar's identity and challenges are not disclosed in the passage.

What percentage of the evicted people in Mogadishu were women between January and July this year?

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

• 80%

Who is responsible for most of the evictions in Mogadishu?

• Private landlords

• Local authorities

• International organizations

• Government buildings

Mubarik Ali highlights the challenge of unclear land ownership in Mogadishu.

• Unclear legal titles

• High acquisition cost

• Over-regulated land markets

• Urban overpopulation

What is the range of rental prices in the new apartment buildings in Hodan?

Displaced households are being cleared from abandoned government buildings because ______?

• they are staying unlawfully in government properties

• they are being relocated to safer areas

• they are causing public health concerns

• administrative policies require clearing them

What is the main occupation of Ahmed Liban mentioned in the passage?

• Teacher

• Property Developer

• Doctor

• Engineer