India, April 16 -- Green-blue climate adaptation in African cities can unintentionally fuel gentrification and deepen socio-spatial inequality.

New study finds rising housing prices and demographic shifts.

Researchers urge equity-focused housing, land-use and climate finance safeguards.

African cities currently contribute only a small share of global greenhouse gas emissions, but they are among the most vulnerable to climate change. Shifting rainfall patterns, rising temperature extremes and sea-level rise are already beginning to reshape urban life, with far-reaching direct and indirect impacts.

To cope with climate impacts, cities are increasingly turning to green-blue adaptation strategies, such as urban parks, wetland restoration ...