Makoko is an informal settlement across the 3rd Mainland Bridge located on the coast of mainland Lagos, Nigeria. A third of the community is built on stilts along the lagoon and the rest is on the …

Apr 16, 2014 · In this sprawling slum on the waterfront, adjacent to the 10 km long Third Mainland Bridge, tens of thousands of people live in rickety wood houses raised on slits. There are no …

Feb 26, 2020 · Nicknamed by some as the "Venice of Africa," the floating village of Makoko in Lagos, Nigeria, is inhabited by people who not only live on water, but also also depend on it for …

May 18, 2018 · Makoko slum is located across the 3rd Mainland Bridge in the coastal mainland of Lagos. It comprises of six distinct villages namely, Oko Agbon, Adogbo, Migbewhe, …

Jul 20, 2024 · Makoko, a community nestled along the Lagos Lagoon, has a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Originally established as a fishing village, Makoko's roots are deeply …

The capital of Nigeria, Lagos, is home to a remarkable yet starkly contrasting community known as Makoko - a floating slum that vividly embodies both the resilience of the human spirit and the...

Nov 18, 2022 · Slums are found all over the world but floating slums are pretty rare. This article will look at the largest floating slum in Africa, called Makoko. Makoko is located in the eastern …

Dec 28, 2022 · Makoko, the world’s largest floating slum, is located on the Lagos Lagoon in Nigeria. It has a population of over 200,000 people living in precarious conditions, with limited …

Nov 9, 2023 · Makoko, with its unique architectural design, vibrant cultural heritage, and resilient community, stands as a remarkable symbol of human adaptability and cultural richness.

May 22, 2023 · Makoko is a labyrinth of canals invaded by rubbish, but with small rays of light that tell us of the inhabitants’ will to live. Some of the houses are painted in colours that conjure up …