Robert Neuwirth: The hidden world of shadow cities

The video discusses the concept of squatter communities as the cities of tomorrow, highlighting examples from Nairobi, Mumbai, Rio de Janeiro, and Istanbul. It tells the story of Julius, a new urban migrant, and provides statistics on urban migration. The speaker describes life in Southland, Nairobi, and the development stages of squatter communities. The importance of community involvement and political engagement in urban development is emphasized, with examples from Turkey's laws protecting squatters. The video concludes by recognizing these communities as legitimate forms of urban development.

Which city is home to the largest squatter community known as Kibera?

• Mumbai

• Nairobi

• Istanbul

• Rio de Janeiro

How many people migrate from rural to urban areas daily, according to the speaker?

• 100,000

• 200,000

• 300,000

• 400,000

What is the main staple food mentioned in the description of Armstrong's living conditions?

• Bread

• Pasta

• Ugali

• Rice

What illegal activity is commonly used to obtain electricity in squatter communities?

• Using solar panels

• Tapping into power lines

• Wind turbines

• Using generators

What is a 'beco' in the context of Rocinha?

• A type of house

• A community leader

• A marketplace

• A pathway

What is one of the key factors needed for the development of squatter communities?

• Property rights

• Security of tenure

• Government subsidies

• International aid

What does the term 'gecekondu' refer to in Turkey?

• A type of squatter house

• A community leader

• A legal sub-municipality

• A marketplace

Who is described as a potential future leader in the squatter community of Rio?

• Cezinio

• Nine

• Sureka Gundi

• Geeta Jiwa

What is the speaker's perspective on urban poverty in squatter communities?

• It is a legitimate form of urban development

• It is not a concern

• It is the main issue

• It should be eradicated

What is the significance of recognizing squatter communities as neighborhoods?

• To engage them in city planning

• To ignore their existence

• To provide them with international aid

• To relocate them to rural areas