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Assessment of Factors Influencing Customer Satisfaction in Anbessa Public Bus Transport Enterprise (Apte): The Case of Three Routes in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tsegereda Tilahun; Berhanu Woldetensae, (Associate Professor)
This study was conducted with the main objective of assessment of factors influencing customer satisfaction in Anbessa public bus transport enterprise: by taking example on three routes in Addis Ababa. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data collection instruments were both primary and secondary sources. The researcher was taken 91 of the 102 people from the 17 sample vehicles traveled through three routes (number 03, 51 &90) for data collection and some respondents through purposive sampling methods for interview. Based on the study findings, it is concluded that a significant and a positive relationship exists between the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and customer satisfaction in the three routes. In the study area, the customers Anbessa public transport was not satisfied as they expected with the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and the buses condition. This means customers perceived that service delivery of Anbessa bus transport did not meet their expectations. Finally, to make the Anbessa public bus transport service more reliable, improve bus service frequency city, increase the safety and to enhance its customer satisfaction, the researcher recommended that the Enterprise (city transport authority) should increase the frequency of the vehicles, introduce of dedicated bus lanes, increased seating capacity, to make the service more affordable and satisfy the authority should be implemented for all routes at different distances, the government should monitor the fare prices of Anbessa public bus, enhance the condition of the Anbessa public bus transport, the bus physical facilities, equipment, and cleanness of buses and appearance of personnel, improve modern technology should be improved. Key Words: Anbassa Bus, Customer Satisfaction, Public Transport, reliability, frequency, Affordability, Safety.
Evaluation of Street Vendor Management At Side Walking in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tigist Assefa; Birhanu Woldetensae (Associate Professor)
Urban centers like Addis Ababa witness substantial pedestrian traffic. However, due to inadequate sidewalks, pedestrian pathways often pose challenges. Given pedestrians' heightened vulnerability. This study was conducted with the main objective of evaluate sidewalk safety by focusing on the sidewalk environment as it relates to the comfort and convenience of pedestrian users Addis Ababa while utilizing sidewalks. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data sources were both primary and secondary sources. In this researcher around 819 individuals across 21 selected sidewalks involved to discern user awareness. Based on the study findings, there were common challenges across sidewalks, including issues stemming from vendor activities, congested pedestrian traffic on most of Addis’ sidewalks and interactions with vendors, alongside deficiencies in street network and sidewalk infrastructure, encompassing physical and user-related aspects. This causes high dissatisfaction among a majority of pedestrian road users leads to the conclusion that people are not attracted to sidewalks. This dissatisfaction may lead walking users to seek alternative forms of transportation in the future. To enhance sidewalks and foster a more walk able city, the study advocates leveraging the substantial demand for pedestrian infrastructure improvements, Insights gleaned from this research can inform city planners in devising strategies and foot traffic prioritizing pedestrian -friendly policy interventions with ensuring their effective implementation aimed to make Addis Ababa a bolstering sidewalk quality, thereby promoting pedestrian safety, comfort, and convenience urban environments for pedestrians ultimately enhancing the overall quality of life in the city. Key Words: Safety, Comfort, Convenience, Sidewalk, Pedestrian Level of Service, Street Vending
Urban Land Management Challenges in Expansion area of Addis Ababa: A Case of Kolfe Keranyo Sub-City
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tsegaye Daba; Birhanu Girma (PhD)
In recent times, the urban land management system has been challenging in contemporary urbanization in Ethiopian cities and towns. This study assesses the urban land management challenges of the expansion areas of Addis Ababa City Administration using the Kolfe Keranyo sub-city as a case study. The study uses both quantitative and qualitative research approaches in relevant ways to meet the objectives of the study. The study used both primary and secondary data types to collect data from land management-related offices and customers of the office. Questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were used to collect primary and secondary data from the study areas. Also, the data collected through questionnaires were analyzed through descriptive statistics such as percentage, tabulation, frequency, pie chart, and bar graphs, and SPSS was employed to enter the data into the computer for analysis, and data collected through interviews were analyzed using the narrative description method. Result of the study shows that higher workload challenges, technology usage skill gaps especially in system digitalization, the structure of office and work follows is unstable, shifting issues in land coordinate, Conflicts issues around border areas shared with Oromia regional State, budget constraints issues to fill human resource gap and corruption are the main challenges of kolfe- keranyo sub city faces. the researcher would like to recommend, that knowledgeable, trained manpower, professional skills, and disciplined manpower and leaders are needed to achieve the objectives and goals of office urban land management, information land management should need improvement, which means any customer must access land-related issues using advanced technology rather than manual systems, a solution to reduce corruption and rent-seeking is ethics promotion office should be established at least in the sub-city level and also use advanced technology on land management issues. Key words: Urban Land, Land Management, Urban Land Policies, Urban Expansion
Assessment of Site Suitability for Sustainable Residential Real Estate Investment in Addis Ababa: The Case of Lemi-Kura Sub-City
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Kidist Shuma Ayana; Amha Ermias (Phd)
This study explores the site suitability for sustainable residential real estate property in vestment in Addis Ababa, with a specific focus on Lemi-Kura Sub-City. The objective is to identify and map suitable locations for sustainable residential development by integrat ing Geographic Information System (GIS), the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), and hedonic land value modeling. A geospatial analysis combined with multi-criteria evalu ation was undertaken to analyze critical environmental and socio-economic parameters, including land use/land cover, slope, soil, and geology, to establish physical appropriate ness. The analysis set the study region into three separate suitability zones for residential development: extremely low, moderate, and very high. Out of the entire area of 78.67 km², about 23.28 km² (30.87%) was found to have extremely low suitability, 8.73 km² (13.64%) was found to be moderately suitable, and 20.27 km² (25.78%) was found to be highly appropriate for building homes. Also, a hedonic pricing model (HPM) was used to measure how property features and location affect the value of residential land. The model construction is based on the Sales Comparison Approach (SCA), employing sample transaction data acquired from various sites in the research area. Based on the model performance, a residential land value map was generated. Finally, the weighted overlay analysis of the physical suitability map and the land value map was done to establish potential zones for residential development. The integrated technique identified that only 8.10% of the land was classified as extremely suitable, 26.51% as moderately suitable, and the rest, 65.39%, as having low suitability for residential use. The integration of GIS, AHP, and HPM generated encouraging results. Future research is encouraged to use sophisticated approaches such as machine learning and deep learning for improved prediction and decision-making. Keywords: Land Value Modelling; Real Estate Development; Residential Site Suitabil ity; Sustainable Housing
The Role of Migration in Driving Urban Horizontal Expansion: The Case of Woldia Town, North Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Mulu Fasigo Fente; Birhanu Girma Abebe (Associate Professor)
Ethiopia is still one of the least urbanized nations in the world, despite the fact that many of its urban areas including Woldia, are expanding quickly. Due to its rapid horizontal expansion, Woldia has recently encountered major urban challenges. A significant problem linked to this expansion is the growing demand for urban land and space, which is primarily caused by migration-related population pressure. The annexation of agricultural land at the rural periphery as a result of this migration has further contributed the town's horizontal growth. Development in both rural and urban areas is impacted by migration. This has been significant challenges to Ethiopia's development in general and Woldia's urban growth in particular in recent years. The study aims to identify the main drivers and effects of migration, as well as the contribution of remittances to the horizontal growth of Woldia, and evaluates the trends of land use and land cover changes of the town from 2000 to 2020. To achieve the study's objectives, information was gathered from a randomly selected sample of 395 respondents using questionnaires. Besides, interviews, focus group discussions, personal observation, and GIS tools were employed. Secondary data sources were also used and both qualitative and quantitative analyses were employed. Apart from the utilization of percentages, tables, and averages, the discussion was enhanced by the use of diagrams and photographs. The results show that the main driving forces behind migration are inadequate social services and poverty in the places of origin of migrants. On the other hand, the primary pull factors are better social infrastructure and employment prospects at the destination. As a result, peri-urban areas where housing supply and accessibility are still limited are under a lot of strain due to the migration inflow. Additionally, the findings indicated a disparity in socio-economic development between rural and urban areas. The result showed that there was remittance driven spatial growth at the periphery. Additionally, the LULCC findings showed that migration-driven population growth alters the town's land use patterns with a decrease in agricultural, forest, and barren lands, and an increase in built-up areas which has a significant impact on the prime agricultural land nearby. As a result, migration has driven the town's horizontal expansion in the peri-urban areas by increasing its population which consequently creates more space for various socio-economic developments. It is remarked that without a workable and suitable policy solution in place, the town's horizontal expansion cannot be reversed in the future. Therefore, planners and policymakers at the local, regional, and national levels must have a thorough understanding of the dynamics of the growth occurring in order to effectively support migrants. Furthermore, in the context of fast urban population growth, effective urban expansion planning should be employed to build inclusive, productive and orderly urban areas by allowing space for additional urban inhabitants at the appropriate scale in places where migrants are likely to dwell. Key Words: Driving, Horizontal Expansion, Migration, Remittance, Woldia
The Impacts of Mixed Land Use Planning on Socio-Economic, Physical and Environmental Development
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Girmachew Tariku Jenollo; Liku Workalemahu (Assistant Professor)
This study investigates the impact of Mixed Land Use Planning (MLUP) on socioeconomic, physical, and environmental (SEPE) development in Kir-kos and Bole subcities of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with particular reference to MCC, MC, SC, and AGJ neighborhoods. The research addresses four key aims: (1) assessing the spatial pattern of urban functions and their influence on land-use patterns, (2) judging urban planners' and stakeholders' view regarding the effectiveness of MLUP in sustainable development, (3) investigating SEPE effects, particularly socio-economic equity, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability, and (4) ascertaining root causes of implementation problems of MLUP, including policy gaps, governance issues, and socio-economic inequalities. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study integrates qualitative interviews with 14 key informants (planners and officials) and 40 planning practitioners with quantitative surveys of 384 households in the four neighborhoods of study. GIS analysis, stakeholder perceptions, and field observation for the planning decade 2002–2017 were synthesized. Findings indicate clustered land-use patterns (χ²=47.763), disproving spatial randomness, with MLUP increasing accessibility but showing uneven socio-economic benefits. While planners endorsed MLUP potential, residents were dissatisfied with economic outcomes, regulatory ambiguities, and transport inefficiencies—citing overuse of taxis. The study concludes that effective regulatory mechanisms, synchronized transport planning, and stakeholder coordination are required for optimal MLUP attainment to maximize SEPE impacts. Among the recommendations are context-sensitive zoning, policy coherence, and community participation to enhance sustainable urban growth. Future research must examine longitudinal MLUP impacts and equity dimensions in rapidly urbanizing African cities. Keywords: Mixed land use, urban planning, socio-economic development, sustainable cities, Addis Ababa
Assessment of factors in fluencing Customer Satisfaction in Anbessa Public Bus Transport Enterprise (Apte): The Case of Three Routes in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tsegereda Tilahun; Berhanu Woldetensae, (Associate Professor)
This study was conducted with the main objective of assessment of factors influencing customer satisfaction in Anbessa public bus transport enterprise: by taking example on three routes in Addis Ababa. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data collection instruments were both primary and secondary sources. The researcher was taken 91 of the 102 people from the 17 sample vehicles traveled through three routes (number 03, 51 &90) for data collection and some respondents through purposive sampling methods for interview. Based on the study findings, it is concluded that a significant and a positive relationship exists between the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and customer satisfaction in the three routes. In the study area, the customers Anbessa public transport was not satisfied as they expected with the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and the buses condition. This means customers perceived that service delivery of Anbessa bus transport did not meet their expectations. Finally, to make the Anbessa public bus transport service more reliable, improve bus service frequency city, increase the safety and to enhance its customer satisfaction, the researcher recommended that the Enterprise (city transport authority) should increase the frequency of the vehicles, introduce of dedicated bus lanes, increased seating capacity, to make the service more affordable and satisfy the authority should be implemented for all routes at different distances, the government should monitor the fare prices of Anbessa public bus, enhance the condition of the Anbessa public bus transport, the bus physical facilities, equipment, and cleanness of buses and appearance of personnel, improve modern technology should be improved. Key Words: Anbassa Bus, Customer Satisfaction, Public Transport, reliability, frequency, Affordability, Safety.
Evaluation of Street Vendor Management at Sidewalking in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tigist Assefa; Berhanu Woldetensae ( Associate Professor)
Urban centers like Addis Ababa witness substantial pedestrian traffic. However, due to inadequate sidewalks, pedestrian pathways often pose challenges. Given pedestrians' heightened vulnerability. This study was conducted with the main objective of evaluate sidewalk safety by focusing on the sidewalk environment as it relates to the comfort and convenience of pedestrian users Addis Ababa while utilizing sidewalks. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data sources were both primary and secondary sources. In this researcher around 819 individuals across 21 selected sidewalks involved to discern user awareness. Based on the study findings, there were common challenges across sidewalks, including issues stemming from vendor activities, congested pedestrian traffic on most of Addis’ sidewalks and interactions with vendors, alongside deficiencies in street network and sidewalk infrastructure, encompassing physical and user-related aspects. This causes high dissatisfaction among a majority of pedestrian road users leads to the conclusion that people are not attracted to sidewalks. This dissatisfaction may lead walking users to seek alternative forms of transportation in the future. To enhance sidewalks and foster a more walk able city, the study advocates leveraging the substantial demand for pedestrian infrastructure improvements, Insights gleaned from this research can inform city planners in devising strategies and foot traffic prioritizing pedestrian -friendly policy interventions with ensuring their effective implementation aimed to make Addis Ababa a bolstering sidewalk quality, thereby promoting pedestrian safety, comfort, and convenience urban environments for pedestrians ultimately enhancing the overall quality of life in the city. Key Words: Safety, Comfort, Convenience, Sidewalk, Pedestrian Level of Service, Street Vending
Availability, Accessibility, and Optimization of Children's Spaces in Mass Housing: A Case Study Of Summit Condominiums in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2024-06-01) Jarso Gollisa Roba; Dagnachew Addugna (Phd)
Children today have significantly less access to outdoor play spaces than previous generations. Moreover, the design of existing spaces often fails to meet the dynamic needs of modern children, resulting in decreased engagement in outdoor activities. This study investigates the availability, accessibility, and usability of children’s play spaces within Summit Condominium, Addis Ababa. It critically examines how the spatial design of mass housing environments influences children’s outdoor play opportunities. As Ethiopia continues implementing mass housing programs to address rapid urbanization, ensuring child-friendly spaces becomes increasingly vital. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates physical site analysis, spatial analysis using Space Syntax methods, systematic observations, questionnaires, and focus group discussions. These methods assess the physical and visual accessibility of outdoor spaces, community perceptions, and actual utilization patterns of children’s play spaces. Findings reveal that although Summit Condominium includes designated open spaces, most are poorly designed or misused, limiting support for children’s independent play. Physical barriers such as parked vehicles, poor connectivity, and safety concerns further restrict access. Additionally, community perceptions prioritize green areas and parking spaces over play areas, often excluding children from available outdoor spaces. The study concludes that current planning practices in Addis Ababa’s mass housing developments inadequately address children’s spatial needs. It recommends integrating child-centered design principles, enhancing community awareness, and enforcing policies that protect children’s rights to play within urban residential environments. The study emphasizes participatory design approaches, advocating for children’s involvement in designing optimized and inclusive play areas. Ultimately, this research contributes to the broader understanding of child-friendly urban design and offers scalable recommendations for improving play spaces in mass housing developments. Key Words: accessibility, availability, mass housing, children’s play space, optimization
Assessment of Site Suitability for Sustainable Residential Real Estate Investment in Addis Ababa: The Case of Lemi-Kura Sub-City
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Kidist Shuma Ayana; Amha Ermias (PhD)
This study explores the site suitability for sustainable residential real estate property investment in Addis Ababa, with a specific focus on Lemi-Kura Sub-City. The objective is to identify and map suitable locations for sustainable residential development by integrating Geographic Information System (GIS), the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), and hedonic land value modeling. A geospatial analysis combined with multi-criteria evaluation was undertaken to analyze critical environmental and socio-economic parameters, including land use/land cover, slope, soil, and geology, to establish physical appropriateness. The analysis set the study region into three separate suitability zones for residential development: extremely low, moderate, and very high. Out of the entire area of 78.67 km², about 23.28 km² (30.87%) was found to have extremely low suitability, 8.73 km² (13.64%) was found to be moderately suitable, and 20.27 km² (25.78%) was found to be highly appropriate for building homes. Also, a hedonic pricing model (HPM) was used to measure how property features and location affect the value of residential land. The model construction is based on the Sales Comparison Approach (SCA), employing sample transaction data acquired from various sites in the research area. Based on the model performance, a residential land value map was generated. Finally, the weighted overlay analysis of the physical suitability map and the land value map was done to establish potential zones for residential development. The integrated technique identified that only 8.10% of the land was classified as extremely suitable, 26.51% as moderately suitable, and the rest, 65.39%, as having low suitability for residential use. The integration of GIS, AHP, and HPM generated encouraging results. Future research is encouraged to use sophisticated approaches such as machine learning and deep learning for improved prediction and decision-making. Keywords: Land Value Modelling; Real Estate Development; Residential Site Suitability; Sustainable Housing
Evaluation of Urban Land Use Plan Implementation: The Case of Main city Center Local Development Plan, Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Hirut Lemma; Birhanu Girma (Associate Professor)
Urban land use planning is the arrangement of residential, industrial, commercial, and recreational space to organize activities in order to satisfy social needs, manage growth, reduce environmental impact and promote economic efficiency through environmental sustainability. This study evaluates to what extent the main city center local development plan land use regulations are implemented. It focuses on how well the new corridor development plan aligns with the Main City Centre Local Development Plan (MCCLDP). The research used a mixed methodology. It combined a full land use survey of all parcels with qualitative and quantitative data from document review, surveys, and key informant interview with urban planners, building permit experts and land development professionals. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and SW Maps used to collect accurate land use data, make accurate spatial maps and do analysis. The results show that about 19.4% of the MCCLDP land use plan has been implemented. The corridor plan and the MCCLDP align in some ways, but the corridor gives much emphasis to commercial developments and surface parking as oppose to mixed use developments that the main city center plan focused on. These implementation gaps arise from weak enforcement, poor integration among planning authorities and implementing agencies, lack of stakeholder participation, economic pressure and regulatory challenges. The study emphasizes that it's crucial to build stronger integration between institutions, improving enforcement mechanism, and involving concerned stakeholders in the planning process. Regular evaluation of land use plan implementation using both performance and conformance methodologies are also necessary. These findings provide useful insight for policy makers and planners aiming to effective land use plan implementation. Keywords: MCCLDP, corridor development plan, plan implementation, land use survey, land use conformity
Study of Spatial Characteristics and their Utilization of Hamle 19 and Bihere Tsige Public parks in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Meron Tadesse Aragaw; Aramde Fetene (PhD)
This study explores how spatial characteristics influence public park utilization, based on user perception. By examining the users’ perception on the spatial characteristics of the park, the study identifies highly related variables which influence the utilization of the park and gives a recommendation for the optimum use of new and existing parks. This study uses mixed method that aims to explain users’ perceptions and spatial characteristics of the park through case study methodology. It uses both descriptive and explanatory types of research designs. Hamle 19 and Bihere Tsige public parks are selected as a case study based on different selection criteria. Data were collected from a randomly selected park visitors through questionnaire and interview. The data is analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). A statistical procedure was used for the study, and the correlation analysis and the significance of the relationships were tested with a 95 percent confidence level. A total of ten dependent and two independent variables are used to measure the correlation. The results indicate a significant relationship between spatial characteristics and urban park utilization. Ten independent variables were shown to significantly correlate with the dependent variables. And only three and five variables are highly related with the city level and Sub city level parks respectively. However none of the variables are negatively correlated. These elements should be purposefully taken into account during the park design and development process in order to maximize park utilization. Lastly, more research ought to be done to improve the park's qualitative features. Keywords: Public Park, Spatial Characteristics, Utilization, Perception
Assessing the Contributions of Urban Green Spaces for Ecosystem Service in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Adinew Mecha Kuda; Aramde Fetene (PhD)
Green infrastructures are vital for sustainable and continuous urban development, as they contribute to environmental preservation and wellbeing of human life in general for ecosystem services. However, the challenges faced by raped growth of urbanization and makes these infrastructures, leading to the degradation of urban landscapes and ecosystems. Enhancing ecological benefits, pollution control, and UGS biodiversity contributes to a higher quality of life and long-term sustainability. The objective of this study is to assess the contributions of urban green space for ecosystem service in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The researcher used both qualitative and quantitative research approaches were used in the study. The researcher determined the sample size 400 respondent from the sub city’s, total population of 214,768 people, by using the Yamane’s (1967) formula. In analyzing data SPSS software version 26 (Statistical System for Statistical Analysis) was used which provides descriptive and statistical analysis for analyzing quantitative data. Employing descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis, the study examines variables such as ecological benefits, pollution control, and UGS biodiversity, assessing their influence on quality of life and wellbeing. The analysis reveals a positive and significant correlation between ecological benefits, pollution control, UGS biodiversity, and the overall wellbeing of individuals. The validity and sufficiency of the links between the independent and dependent variables are demonstrated by the suggested model. Further research and the implementation of inclusive and safety measures ensure the of green infrastructures. The study concludes by offering insightful information about the vital role that green infrastructures play in sustainable development as well as useful suggestions for legislators and urban planners looking to improve people's quality of life and wellbeing while successfully protecting and optimizing the advantages of urban green spaces. Keywords: Ecological benefits, green infrastructures, pollution control, quality of life, sustainable development, wellbeing.
Assessment of Factors Influencing Customer Satisfaction in Anbessa Public Bus Transport Enterprise (Apte): The Case of Three Routes in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tsegereda Tilahun; Berhanu Woldetensae (Associate Professor)
This study was conducted with the main objective of assessment of factors influencing customer satisfaction in Anbessa public bus transport enterprise: by taking example on three routes in Addis Ababa. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data collection instruments were both primary and secondary sources. The researcher was taken 91 of the 102 people from the 17 sample vehicles traveled through three routes (number 03, 51 &90) for data collection and some respondents through purposive sampling methods for interview. Based on the study findings, it is concluded that a significant and a positive relationship exists between the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and customer satisfaction in the three routes. In the study area, the customers Anbessa public transport was not satisfied as they expected with the bus reliability, frequency, affordability, safety and the buses condition. This means customers perceived that service delivery of Anbessa bus transport did not meet their expectations. Finally, to make the Anbessa public bus transport service more reliable, improve bus service frequency city, increase the safety and to enhance its customer satisfaction, the researcher recommended that the Enterprise (city transport authority) should increase the frequency of the vehicles, introduce of dedicated bus lanes, increased seating capacity, to make the service more affordable and satisfy the authority should be implemented for all routes at different distances, the government should monitor the fare prices of Anbessa public bus, enhance the condition of the Anbessa public bus transport, the bus physical facilities, equipment, and cleanness of buses and appearance of personnel, improve modern technology should be improved. Key Words: Anbassa Bus, Customer Satisfaction, Public Transport, reliability, frequency, Affordability, Safety.
Evaluation of street vendor management at side walking in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-03-01) Tigist Assefa; Berhanu Woldetensae (PhD)
Urban centers like Addis Ababa witness substantial pedestrian traffic. However, due to inadequate sidewalks, pedestrian pathways often pose challenges. Given pedestrians' heightened vulnerability. This study was conducted with the main objective of evaluate sidewalk safety by focusing on the sidewalk environment as it relates to the comfort and convenience of pedestrian users Addis Ababa while utilizing sidewalks. In order to address the stated objective, the researcher applied mixed research approach. And also, the researcher used descriptive research design. The main data sources were both primary and secondary sources. In this researcher around 819 individuals across 21 selected sidewalks involved to discern user awareness. Based on the study findings, there were common challenges across sidewalks, including issues stemming from vendor activities, congested pedestrian traffic on most of Addis’ sidewalks and interactions with vendors, alongside deficiencies in street network and sidewalk infrastructure, encompassing physical and user related aspects. This causes high dissatisfaction among a majority of pedestrian road users leads to the conclusion that people are not attracted to sidewalks. This dissatisfaction may lead walking users to seek alternative forms of transportation in the future. To enhance sidewalks and foster a more walk able city, the study advocates leveraging the substantial demand for pedestrian infrastructure improvements, Insights gleaned from this research can inform city planners in devising strategies and foot traffic prioritizi pedestrian friendly policy interventions with ensuring their effective implementation aimed to make Addis Ababa a bolstering sidewalk quality, thereby promoting pedestrian safety, comfort, and convenience urban environments for pedestrians ultimately enhancing the overall quality of life in the city. Key Words: Safety, Comfort, Convenience, Sidewalk, Pedestrian Level of Service, Street Vending
Interlinking Socio-Spatial Housing Attributes, Residential Satisfaction, and Adjustment intention: Insight From Cost-Efficient Condominium Housing in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
(Addis Abeba Ethiopla, 2025-05-01) Lissanework Sileshi Alemu; Wubshet Berhanu (Associate Professor)
Although households often evaluate, develop feelings and modify their housing, leading to decline or improvement of neighborhoods, comprehensive studies linking residential environment, satisfaction, and adjustment remain underexplored globally and scares in Ethiopia. This study addresses this gap by examining the relationship among socio-spatial housing attribute, residential satisfaction and adjustment intention among cost-efficient condominium housing residents in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Employing a quantitative research approach, data was collected from 400 households using stratified random sampling; and analyzed by descriptive statistics, stepwise multiple linear regression, binary logistic regression and PROCESS macro for SPSS. The findings reveal moderate overall residential satisfaction level, with relatively higher satisfaction associated with the social environment and neighborhood facilities. The results also affirm the application of actual-aspiration gap theory in understanding of residential satisfaction and adjustment. Significant predictors of residential satisfaction and adjustment include socio spatial aspects such as number of rooms, common services, housing location, social interactions, and crime level, alongside socio-demographic factors such as age, marriage, length of residence, household size, ownership and employment type. Moreover, results indicate that physical adjustment intentions, like housing and neighborhood modifications followed by residential mobility, are the most common intentions. Furthermore, residential satisfaction emerged as both direct and indirect mediating factor shaping these adjustment intentions. The study implies effective housing development consider socio-spatial aspects, actual-aspiration gaps, socio demographics and residential satisfaction. Housing policy and intervention recommendations include context sensitive, socio-demographic based, actual-aspiration grounded and bottom up urban housing like “massive small’ approach to improve housing in Addis Ababa, while encouraging further inquiry including multiple level, more variables, longitudinal data, qualitative approach and cross cultural contexts. Keywords: Actual-aspiration Gap, Addis Ababa, Condominium Housing, Residential Adjustment, Residential Satisfaction, Socio-spatial Attributes. Keywords: Actual-aspiration Gap, Addis Ababa, Condominium Housing, Residential Adjustment, Residential Satisfaction, Socio-spatial Attributes.
Physical and Environmental Determinants of Vegetable Market Place and Related Facilities: The Case of Lafto Vegetable Market Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-04-01) Neima Jemal; Mulugeta Maru (PhD)
Urbanization is a prominent trend and an important issue in the world’s development discourse. The study focuses on solid waste management and stormwater management at the Lafto Vegetable Market Center in Addis Ababa, highlighting significant environmental sustainability concerns. Urban markets like Lafto generate substantial waste and face complex water management issues, adversely impacting the environment and public health. Key problems identified include inadequate waste collection and disposal systems, ineffective waste segregation, and increased pollutants, leading to health risks and operational challenges during heavy rainfall. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, the research examined municipal policies, conducted interviews with local authorities and vendors, and made field observations, particularly focusing on the drainage system, stakeholder perspectives, and current waste management practices. Data was collected using site observations, Google Earth images, and insights from key informants, analyzed with SPSS 26.1 software. The study findings revealed significant sustainability issues, including the lack of waste bins near businesses, designated waste collection areas, and no effective waste management practices. Accumulated waste on-site, in drainage systems and traffic congestions on streets exacerbates these problems. The study recommends several solutions for developing comprehensive waste collection systems, enhancing recycling and composting facilities, and improving garbage pickup schedules for solid waste management. For storm water management, it suggests upgrading drainage infrastructure. Additionally the study provides valuable insights for market operators, policymakers, and urban planners aimed at improving public health and environmental quality in Addis Ababa's vegetable markets. Key words: physical environment; vegetable market; resilience; sustainability.
Housing and Infrastructure provision Challenges in Addis Ababa: In the case of Lideta sub-city
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Abeba Eshete; Birhanu Girma (Associate Professor)
Background: There has been high-paced urbanization in Ethiopia, particularly in Addis Ababa, resulting in severe housing and infrastructure issues. Lideta Sub-City is no exception with overpopulation, old infrastructure, and slums. Problem Statement: The study aims to address the pressing housing and infrastructure requirements of Lideta that adversely affect the quality of life, mobility, and economic prospects of the inhabitants. Objective: The main goal of the study is to assess the current conditions and issues of housing and infrastructure in Lideta Sub-City and their impact on inhabitants. Methods: A cross-sectional design with a Mixed-methods approach was employed. Quantitative survey, interview results were supplemented with secondary analysis of municipal records to verify the findings through triangulation. Descriptive statistics were used in quantitative data analysis with SPSS (version 25). Thematic analysis was applied to qualitative data. Findings: 98.8% of the survey has been returned. Over half the population lives in slums and densely populated habitats, and 60% of them reported a deficiency in proper living places. Fifty percent of the families unfavorably assessed the state of their residence. Over 21.6% of the population lives in slums that lack minimum facilities and contribute to an overall worsening of living standards. Infrastructure shortfalls are the regular outage of electricity and water supply, poor sanitation, and the absence of satisfactory road connectivity. The survey was supported by the interview, which confirmed these observations. The interview also emphasized further issues of coordination and poor community engagement. Conclusion: The findings confirm that housing and infrastructure issues exert a considerable impact on residents' quality of life and economic activities, thereby generating a high demand for relocation. Recommendations: The rehabilitation of existing housing stock must be prioritized. Informal settlements regularized and upgraded. Basic utility infrastructures should be improved, and participation of communities in urban planning increased. These interventions will ensure sustainable urban development in Lideta Sub-City and improve the standards of living of its population. Keywords: Urban Planning, Housing Challenges, Overcrowding, Slums
The Application Of Smart Density in Urban Redevelopment Plans on Slum areas of The City Centers: The Case of Cherkos Sefer, Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Meseret Derebe Sinshaw; Birhanu Girma (PhD)
This study analyses the current trends of urban redevelopments plans which are trying to solve problems such as, the rise of informal settlements and slum degradation. But this planning methods lack inclusive planning, affordable housing, accurate and comprehensive resettlement plan. This has caused problems such as community segregation, people mental and social health distress. This study analyses the current ongoing urban redevelopment plan at cherkos sefer, and justifies how it doesn’t have inclusivity in any shape or form for the existing community. The study thoroughly collects data on how important the redevelopment plans are by assessing the characteristics of the study area with its current living conditions and what the community’s concerns are on the redevelopment plans then proceeds to investigate the shortcoming of the current eagle hills redevelopment plan in the eyes of smart density principles and its applicability to the case of cherkos sefer. It also justifies how smart density planning is the best approach that ensures efficient use of space, better living conditions that is all community class inclusive, and sustainable infrastructure for areas with higher urban density without causing distress to the dwellers. This study based on the collected data discusses that urban redevelopment plan is indeed accepted by the community as necessary to solve the overcrowding, a lack of infrastructure and environmental degradation. But the community also expressed concerns when it comes to increased housing cost in new resettlement areas, risks of displacement from their homes and neighbors, unemployment and transportation challenges for accessing their city jobs. This study draws the conclusions that, redevelopment plans can benefit the community if it applies compact, well connected and thoughtful development that promotes sustainable, resilient and comfortable living. This study finalizes by recommending smart density implementation integrated with building codes and for policymakers and urban planners on how they can ensure a successful density planning that benefits the community while ensuring sustainable urban development planning. Keywords: Smart Density, Urban Redevelopment, Slum Areas, Inclusive Planning, Community Participation
Urban Land Management Challenges in Expansion Area of Addis Ababa: A Case of Kolfe Keranyo Sub-City
(Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Tsegaye Daba; Birhanu Girma (PhD)
In recent times, the urban land management system has been challenging in contemporary urbanization in Ethiopian cities and towns. This study assesses the urban land management challenges of the expansion areas of Addis Ababa City Administration using the Kolfe Keranyo sub-city as a case study. The study uses both quantitative and qualitative research approaches in relevant ways to meet the objectives of the study. The study used both primary and secondary data types to collect data from land management-related offices and customers of the office. Questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were used to collect primary and secondary data from the study areas. Also, the data collected through questionnaires were analyzed through descriptive statistics such as percentage, tabulation, frequency, pie chart, and bar graphs, and SPSS was employed to enter the data into the computer for analysis, and data collected through interviews were analyzed using the narrative description method. Result of the study shows that higher workload challenges, technology usage skill gaps especially in system digitalization, the structure of office and work follows is unstable, shifting issues in land coordinate, Conflicts issues around border areas shared with Oromia regional State, budget constraints issues to fill human resource gap and corruption are the main challenges of kolfe- keranyo sub city faces. the researcher would like to recommend, that knowledgeable, trained manpower, professional skills, and disciplined manpower and leaders are needed to achieve the objectives and goals of office urban land management, information land management should need improvement, which means any customer must access land-related issues using advanced technology rather than manual systems, a solution to reduce corruption and rent-seeking is ethics promotion office should be established at least in the sub-city level and also use advanced technology on land management issues. Key words: Urban Land, Land Management, Urban Land Policies, Urban Expansion

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