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Harnessing Urbanization to End Poverty and Boost Prosperity in Africa

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  • World Bank, 2013. "Harnessing Urbanization to End Poverty and Boost Prosperity in Africa," World Bank Publications - Reports 16657, The World Bank Group.
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    1. World Bank & International Monetary Fund, 2013. "Global Monitoring Report 2013 : Rural-Urban Dynamics and the Millennium Development Goals," World Bank Publications - Books, The World Bank Group, number 13330, April.
    2. World Bank, 2013. "Planning, Connecting, and Financing Cities--Now : Priorities for City Leaders," World Bank Publications - Books, The World Bank Group, number 12238, April.
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