The negative effects of uneven urbanisation are felt in our health. Approximately 4.4 billion people, or 56% of the world’s population, now reside in cities. Nearly 7 out of 10 people will live in cities during the next 25 years, more than doubling the existing urban population by 2050.
Growing urbanisation involves rising demand for a variety of fundamental services, including affordable housing, transportation, and employment. Urban impoverished people who live in informal settlements number close to 1 billion. Land, water, and other natural resources are put under stress by urban sprawl.
According to the World Bank, with more than 80% of the world’s GDP produced in cities, urbanisation can, if properly managed, lead to sustainable growth through higher productivity and innovation.
The difficult task is to create inclusive, resilient, and green cities. Our cities must be sustainable while also being intelligent, according to policymakers.
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The number of elderly persons worldwide will increase by 2050. Worldwide, there will be almost the same number of people under the age of 12 and more than twice as many people 65 or older than those under the age of 5. Due to an average worldwide lifespan of 77.2 years in 2050, mortality will decrease. Additionally, it indicates that fewer people are able to care for the ageing population and that welfare expenses are rising.
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