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The Economic Impact of UN Presence in African Cities

This chapter explores the influence of the UN in African cities such as Gagiri and Dakar, focusing on how local economies rely on UN expenditures during crises like COVID-19. It also examines the dual concerns of potential UN office relocations alongside the optimism for sustainable growth in local neighborhoods.

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