Kenya: What's Driving the Demolition of 4000 Buildings in Nairobi

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Drastic action is being taken in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, with 4000 buildings set to be demolished. The reason: they were constructed on riparian land - land adjacent to the watercourses that traverse the city. In an interview with The Conversation Africa, Sean Avery discusses what is happening and why riparian areas are so vital.

What is a riparian area and why is it important?

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