VOICED : Kinshasa after the flood: The scars of the city's urbanisation revealed

The video discusses the severe erosion in Kinshasa, DRC, caused by unregulated urban development. This erosion has led to the collapse of infrastructure, affecting residents' livelihoods and safety. The city's population has doubled in 20 years, exacerbating the problem. Education is also impacted, with some parents keeping children home due to safety concerns. Despite community protests, construction projects remain unfinished, leaving residents to cope with the challenges themselves.

What has the Main Street of Mount Ungula turned into due to unregulated urban development?

• A treacherous ravine

• A new residential area

• A bustling marketplace

• A public park

What is one of the major consequences of the severe erosion in Kinshasa?

• Expansion of green spaces

• Collapse of schools and houses

• Increased tourism

• Improved infrastructure

How has erosion affected the shopkeepers in the deprived area?

• They have expanded their businesses

• They have relocated to a new area

• They have received government aid

• They can no longer do business

What challenge do parents face regarding their children's education in Kinshasa?

• High tuition fees

• Dangerous routes to school

• Lack of qualified teachers

• Limited school hours

What has been the response to the erosion problem in terms of construction projects?

• No projects have been initiated

• Projects have been abandoned completely

• All projects have been completed successfully

• Projects have started but remain unfinished