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Sustainability and resilience of the urban agricultural phenomenon in Africa

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  • Drechsel, Pay
  • Cofie, Olufunke
  • Niang, Seydou

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  • Drechsel, Pay & Cofie, Olufunke & Niang, Seydou, 2008. "Sustainability and resilience of the urban agricultural phenomenon in Africa," Book Chapters,, International Water Management Institute.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:iwmibc:157918
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.157918
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