Rapid urbanization compounded by urban poverty was one of the main challenges facing many Sub-Saharan African countries. The city of Buea, which is the 10th largest city in Cameroon, faced such problems due to unplanned development over the past four decades. In 2020, the population growth rate in Buea reached 42%, compared to 5.6% in 2005, especially in the peri-urban areas. This resulted in both direct and indirect pressures on available resources. Since 2019, Buea had hosted approximately 100,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) fleeing from the conflict between the Defense and Security Forces and the Separatist Groups operating in the South West and North West Regions. Consequently, the expansion of urban agglomerations in Buea brought about significant challenges for urbanites, whose quality of life was negatively impacted. This article examined the difficulties faced by urban dwellers in the growing city of Buea as they coped with the challenges of urban regeneration. The study aimed to identify the various challenges generally encountered by local inhabitants and the effects of unplanned population growth on the population within the urban space. To address these issues, the study made use of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, consisting of in-depth case studies and a standardized survey questionnaire. The article identified ecological problems such as waste management and societal issues like access to potable water, which were created by the surge of unplanned urbanization in Buea. It also connected these problems with the general breakdown of city dwellers’ trust in the municipality, stemming from allegations related to bribery, corruption, and poor governance.
Conflict-induces migration, Urbanization, Buea Municipality, Potable Water, Waste Management
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