Urban planning

Bujumbura, the capital city of Burundi, on a rainy day. Seventy per cent of African cities have high vulnerability to climate shocks. Meanwhile, Africa is the fastest urbanising region in the world, and is already experiencing climate change impacts first-hand. Without drastic changes in the way energy is produced and consumed in African cities, carbon emissions will increase as these cities develop.

Building climate-resilient African cities — experts outline what is needed

Window of opportunity to secure liveable, equitable, and sustainable futures in the face of climate change is closing fast, more so for Africa

Nairobi’s plan to introduce car-free days is a good idea – here’s why

Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, is the second most congested city in the world. To reduce congestion, Nairobi County has proposed car-free Wednesdays and Saturdays in two of the busiest parts of the city

Government and KCCA should step up to steer greater Kampala’s growth

Kampala's growth challenge, according to the World Bank report, is upgrading its economy by improving the productivity of its population, businesses, and industries. It must create the right kind of jobs in sectors which will encourage industrialization and economies of scale

Key models that Kampala needs to consider to manage its urban sprawl

Kampala was originally planned for a population of 150,000 people. It now spans an area that includes the surrounding districts of Mpigi, Mukono, and Wakiso with about 4 million people working in the city itself

Building climate-resilient African cities — experts outline what is needed

Nairobi’s plan to introduce car-free days is a good idea – here’s why

Government and KCCA should step up to steer greater Kampala’s growth

Key models that Kampala needs to consider to manage its urban sprawl

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