Make It Make Sense With Ayanda Nyathi - Walking Nightmare: Johannesburg Named The World’s Least Walkable City For 2025

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Johannesburg has once again ranked last out of 90 global cities for walkability, scoring just 18.38/100 in Compare the Market’s 2025 study. With the world’s lowest safety rating, scarce car-free spaces, and poor access to essentials, the city remains deeply dependent on cars.

Researcher Siphelele Ngobese at South African Cities Network joins us to unpack why Joburg keeps failing and what it will take to build safer, more walkable streets.

22 Sep English South Africa Music · Comedy

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