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Looking behind the Façade:
How People Manage in Squatter Settlements

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Life goes on ...

  1. Water is not available in all homes, but usually, at least a community stand-pipe is provided. This is not an ideal situation, but is a starting point for further improvement and enhancement.

  2. Working together as a community is such a critical aspect for lo-income groups. These are particularly important in the absence of formal systems that could support and service them.


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