Squatter Settlements

A squatter settlement is an abandoned

building or piece of land that houses

people who do not pay for the land or

services for the land.

Squatter Settlements are the

product of population increase and

housing shortages.

It is estimated over 175 million

people live in squatter

settlements around the world.

Squatter settlements lack services

because the city nor the residents

can afford them.

Latrines are

commonly dug

for waste and

water is taken

from a well close

to the

settlement.

Squatter Settlements usually lack

schools and roads. The electricity for

them is commonly stolen by running wire

to near power lines.