Susan Parnell

About the Author

Susan Parnell is a distinguished urban geographer and professor at the University of Cape Town, where she has dedicated her career to examining the complexities of urbanization in the Global South. With a focus on equitable development and sustainable city planning, her research bridges academic theory and practical policy, influencing global discourses on urban inequality and environmental justice. Parnell's work highlights the unique challenges faced by cities in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, advocating for inclusive governance models that prioritize marginalized communities. As editor of influential volumes, she continues to shape interdisciplinary conversations on global urban futures, drawing from decades of fieldwork and collaborative scholarship to foster resilient, just cities worldwide.