Housing is not just a social right but can be the best way to fight urban poverty as well. Cities are living things. If their needs cannot be met through
FOR several weeks now, Karachi has seen an uptick in traffic-related tragedies, with many people killed by speeding dumpers, trucks and water tankers. Unsurprisingly, public anger has erupted, with miscreants
From poor female employment numbers to a growing housing crisis, Karachi Census 2023 presents an accurate image of issues that need to be addressed in the city. “Statistics are used
Despite five masterplans and countless promises, why does Pakistan’s economic hub still look like a city in disarray? If you speak to an urban planner, they will tell you that
THE Sindh government recently inaugurated one section of the Malir Expressway (named Shahrah-i-Bhutto) in Karachi. The total stretch of this corridor shall be 39 kilometres, connecting the M9 Motorway (read:
KARACHI: Water is increasingly becoming scarce in the city, mainly due to its theft by corrupt elements who are making millions from it, rampant population growth, ageing infrastructure, line losses
Thousands of people who were displaced by the Sindh government’s inexplicable decision to blame them for Karachi’s flooding problem are still homeless because provincial authorities have failed to implement Supreme
The Urban Resource Center remained active in tackling Karachi’s key urban challenges over this six-month period. The report highlights focused efforts on improving city infrastructure, addressing deficiencies in health, education,
This case study examines the living conditions and challenges faced by the residents of Madho Goth, an informal settlement. The study focuses on issues such as inadequate housing, land tenure
This compilation covers key news events from July to December 2024, focusing on accidents that occurred within Karachi. It highlights significant incidents, including traffic accidents, workplace mishaps, and other unforeseen
