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Brazil's Favela Areas Grow 2.75 Times in 40 Years

A new study reveals that the area occupied by favelas in Brazil has grown 2.75 times in 40 years, outpacing the expansion of urbanized zones. The current favela area is equivalent to 16 times the size of Lisbon.

4 Mar, 23:55 — 4 Mar, 23:55
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