An estimated 35 percent of the metro Manila population live in unstable, poorly constructed shelters in slums. Eleven percent of slum residents live near unsafe areas like railroads and garbage dumps. According to the World Bank, living conditions in slums are worse than in the poorest rural areas.
What is life like in the slums?
For the millions of youth living in slums, daily life can be grim. Kids start their lives on poverty’s front lines, without access to education, infrastructure or sanitation. They are subject to hunger and disease, and are thrust prematurely into adult responsibilities.
Where are the slums in Manila?
Slums are now scattered over 526 communities in all cities and municipalities of Metro Manila, housing 2.5 million people on vacant private or public lands, usually along rivers, near garbage dumps, along railroad tracks, under bridges and beside industrial establishments.
Why does the Philippines have slums?
Rapid urbanization and the inadequate infrastructure and basic services in large towns and cities have led to the proliferation of slums and informal settlements in the country.
What is the biggest slum in the Philippines?
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What is the cleanest city in the Philippines?
Real-time Philippines Cleanest city ranking
| # | city | US AQI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tagum City, Davao | 4 |
| 2 | Naga, Bicol | 37 |
| 3 | Batac City, Ilocos | 45 |
| 4 | Bulacan, Central Luzon | 45 |
What are the poorest provinces in the Philippines?
Among the country’s poorest provinces are Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Saranggani, Northern Samar, Maguindanao, Bukidnon, Sultan Kudarat, Zamboanga del Norte, Siquijor, and Agusan del Sur.
What percentage of Filipinos live in slums?
Population living in slums (% of urban population) in Philippines was reported at 42.9 % in 2018, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources.