ICLEI is a global network with a bold vision for a sustainable urban future
Working with and effectively advocating for local and subnational governments in the global arena for over 30 years.
OUR REASONS
Why join forces with ICLEI Africa?
The immense, interconnected urban sustainability challenges our world, and our continent in particular, currently face need to be tackled in an integrated, inclusive way with tenacity, boldness and proven expertise.
Our ICLEI Africa cities and regions are doing just that.
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Our Members
ICLEI is the largest and oldest global association of cities and subnational governments dedicated to sustainable development.
We are dedicated to facilitating the right connections to strengthen local action and drive global change.
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What we are currently working on
The immense, interconnected urban sustainability challenges our world, and our continent in particular, currently face need to be tackled in an integrated, inclusive way with tenacity, boldness and proven expertise.
Enabling African Cities for Transformative Energy Access Uganda Scaleup
Disaster Risk Reduction in African Cities
BRokering Innovation for Decentralised climate finance and Gender Equality
Supporting a Just Transition in Steve Tshwete
Designing Inclusive African Coastal City Resilience
Building resilience through urban natural assets
Transforming Africa’s Urban Food Systems
Smart Energy Solutions for Africa
Training coastal cities for resilience
African Cities Research Consortium
Supporting inclusive & sustainable food systems
Investing in Urban African Food Systems
Accelerating e-mobility in Rwanda
Water Security Strategy for Johannesburg
African Circular Cities Initiative
One Planet City Challenge
Accelerating Circular Economy Innovation
Development Control Strengthening in Tanzania
Alternative Financing for Municipal Embedded Generation
Scaling up & Empowering Climate Change Advocacy
We influence sustainability policy and drive local action for low emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development.
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1 November 2024
Transforming Urban Mobility in Africa: A Pathway to Equitable and Sustainable Cities
African cities are at a critical juncture, facing unique mobility challenges shaped by rapid urbanisation. The transportation sector, which plays a critical role in the economic, social, and environmental landscape of these cities, is struggling to integrate within outdated planning models, insufficient infrastructure, and rising road safety concerns. Yet, with these challenges come opportunities to … Continued