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This research explores the marginalization of Chitungwiza using the left-behind places framework.

Township Economies as Left-Behind Places: Case of Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe

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This research explores the marginalization of Chitungwiza using the left-behind places framework.
Conducted 25 in-depth interviews with entrepreneurs
Performed 10 key-informant interviews
Analyzed municipal plans and secondary sources
Identified key empirical themes related to infrastructure, governance, and finance
Highlighted the importance of social networks and value-chain linkages
Proposed strategies for spatial governance and inclusive upgrading

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Case study reveals governance and financial instruments may improve infrastructure and social networks in Chitungwiza.

Matamanda et al. (2025) studied this question.

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