
The article from The Elephant discusses how recent floods in Nairobi highlight issues of inequality and overcrowding in urban areas, while also presenting an opportunity for African cities to rethink and redesign their infrastructure. It emphasizes the challenges faced by capital cities in the context of climate change and urban planning.
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