The spatial heterogeneity of urban green space distribution and configuration in Lilongwe City, Malawi.

ABSTRACT: Urban green spaces provide several benefits related to the quality of urban life. The existence and spatial arrangement of these spaces within neighbourhoods and functional land uses have significant implications for the well-being of urban dwellers. Previous studies on green spaces in urban areas of Malawi have focused on a broader and macro-level perspective, offering insightful information on general trends in different cities. However, there is a significant research shortage in localised understanding, which requires carrying out micro-level assessments concentrating on land use zones and neighbourhoods within these cities. In this study, we used remote sensing data and landscape metrics to understand the distribution and configuration of urban green spaces in the city's neighbourhood

SUBMITTER: Nambazo O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11268670 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature