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Our collaboration with ICLEI has been instrumental in shaping Lusaka’s resilience agenda. Through shared learning, technical support, and regional platforms, we’ve been able to strengthen our climate strategies and amplify the voices of our communities. My vision for Lusaka is grounded in resilience, equity, and opportunity. We are building a city where every citizen can … Continued

Lusaka City Council in partnership with ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability – Africa recently held a workshop under the auspices of the Sustainable Urban Resilient Water for Africa: Developing Local Climate Solutions (SURe Water 4 Africa: Developing LOCs) project. The workshop series provides a platform for the city to receive feedback on the research around … Continued

Mogale City Local Municipality, Magaliesburg Development Initiative, Mphe-Thuto Primary School and ICLEI-Africa are thrilled to announce the unveiling of the first low emission development community showcase project in Magaliesburg. Situated 25km north of Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg has a rich history linked to the local Sterkfontein Caves and primitive mankind. Now looking into the future a local … Continued

As the world grapples with the escalating impacts of climate change, the urgency for a systemic, proactive approach to disaster risk reduction (DRR) becomes more apparent each day. International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR), observed annually on the 13th of October, serves as a stark reminder of the need to build resilience in the … Continued

Fru holds a PhD in Development Studies, specializing in maternal and child nutrition and its impact on maternal labor force participation, an MSc in Economics, and certification in Urban Food Systems. Passionate about sustainable development and its implications on food system outcomes, she has over five years of work experience on issues relating to sustainable … Continued

Nelson Mandela Bay (NMBM) is one of eight Metropolitan Municipalities in South Africa and as a growing metro has to deal with the usual teething pains of backlogs in service delivery and a growing informal settlement. In line with proactively planning for a resilient urban future, NMBM is one of the 6 cities actively participating in the … Continued

This year, Resilient Cities, a milestone international event held in Bonn, Germany from 26 to 28 June, celebrated its 10th anniversary.African-led solutions, in particular, contributed a unique insight into future urban resilience. Organised by ICLEI and the city of Bonn, the annual conference connects local government leaders and experts to discuss resilience challenges facing urban … Continued

ICLEI Africa supports local and subnational governments during COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic is placing huge strain on our communities, our governments, our healthcare systems and our economies. Especially during this time, many of our cities are grappling with immense health emergencies added to existing cumulative and unprecedented sustainability challenges. Building resilience will therefore be even … Continued

This pathway’s focus areas Build Build climate resilience Protect Protect vulnerable communities Strengthen Strengthen nature’s defences Build climate resilience Protect vulnerable communities Strengthen nature’s defences Through this pathway, subnational governments make resilience a core part of their strategies and proactively tackle risks and impacts, prioritising the rights and needs of vulnerable sections of society. They … Continued

“Urban Natural Assets for Africa Project” (UNA Africa) is facilitated and lead by ICLEI- Local Governments for Sustainability and funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation through SwedBio at Stockholm Resilience Centre. UNA Africa is designed to improve human well-being and contribute to poverty alleviation and building resilience of the urban poor, through building local government … Continued