Cabinda has grown rapidly in recent years, with the number of houses increasing by about 4% each year between 2012 and 2015. Many poorer people have been forced to occupy low cost land where there is a risk of flooding and erosion. Socio-economic conditions are challenging in these low income housing zones, and irregular, intense rains frequently lead to flooding. Climate change may result in more frequent and intense flooding, and sea level rise will pose further risks to Cabinda.
