Tertiary activities: at the origin of a new urban economic morphology of Ambalavao’s city

social science

The analysis of the typology, the functions and the dynamics of evolution of the tertiary sector of the city of Ambalavao, allows to highlight the specific stakes of the economic development shaping the urban space, before, during and after the colonial period, which strongly marks the current urban economic model. The activity and service zones are beginning to mark the urban territory of Ambalavao and the daily life of the population. In the last two decades, the jobs generated by tertiary activities are remarkable in its economy. The urban territory of Ambalavao is invaded by service infrastructures. The new constructions lead to the extension of the city, such as real estate and the emergence of new tertiary activities are among the activities that consume a lot of space. In addition, the urban landscape is likely to be modified by the rural exodus to find services in the city. This situation leads to an increase in illicit construction in the Fokontany of the urban commune. In addition, relations between Ambalavao and the surrounding communes are facilitated by the development of the tertiary sector, since as the city offers basic proximity services, such as health, education, security, drinking water and electricity, etc., its area of influence expands and its appeal in terms of demand for services moves away. This situation leads to a progressive urbanization and essentially stimulates the local development of Ambalavao’s city.

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