Spatial dynamics of the town of LOUGA (NORTH-WEST SENEGAL)

This book is a contribution to the analysis of current spatial dynamics in small towns in the interior of the country, also known as secondary towns, whose processes of evolution, recomposition and governance differ from those of former regional towns, which were essentially administrative. The methodological approach is based on a classic approach involving a literature review, quantitative and qualitative surveys, diachronic analysis of spatial evolution based on remote sensing monitoring and satellite image processing.This study highlighted the spatial growth and rapid evolution of built-up areas to the detriment of agricultural land, leading to a gradual recomposition of the communal territory and its outskirts. Local authorities are therefore faced with the need to take decisions aimed at improving urban planning.