Abstract
Purpose: This paper explores the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic as far as some aspects of SDG 11 are concerned. From the experience of the pandemic, the paper further explored lessons and opportunities for addressing some aspects of SDG11.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The study adopted a qualitative approach, interviewing 12 participants consisting of 7 Assembly Members and 5 local governance officials. Random and purposive sampling techniques were used and Qualitative Content Analysis was used for the data analysis.
Findings: The paper identified loss of income to the Municipal Assembly and high cost of goods as general consequences of the pandemic. In the area of transportation, less movement and fewer vehicles were experienced. This provided lessons for managing vehicular traffic and opportunities for developing other means of transportation. Positive consequences on waste management and sanitation were observed and this presented opportunities for waste management.
Research Limitation/Implications: The study adopted a qualitative approach. Hence some of the findings are contextual and cannot be extended to a larger population.
Practical Implication: The study provides practical evidence for management of waste and provision of mass public transport as elements of SDG11.
Social Implication: This study presents evidence for transformative policies that seek to address transportation and waste management problems.
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature on the consequences of Covid-19 in rural settlements.
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Asiamah, T.A., Sedegah, D.D., Adusei-Gyamfi, J. (2022). Covid-19 Consequences, Lessons and Opportunities for Addressing SDG 11: Evidence from Yilo Krobo Municipality of Ghana. In: Mojekwu, J.N., Thwala, W., Aigbavboa, C., Bamfo-Agyei, E., Atepor, L., Oppong, R.A. (eds) Sustainable Education and Development – Making Cities and Human Settlements Inclusive, Safe, Resilient, and Sustainable. ARCA 2021. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-90973-4_64
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