World Habitat Day Bold action. Proven impact. Inclusive change. This World Habitat Day, and throughout Urban October, we’re highlighting how ICLEI Africa is making an impact across the continent, celebrating 30 years of supporting African cities and regions to create a more resilient, sustainable urban Africa.  The immense, interconnected urban sustainability challenges our world, and … Continued

For thirty years, ICLEI Africa, as part of ICLEI’s strong global network, has worked alongside local and subnational governments, partners and communities to co-create solutions for thriving, resilient cities. This milestone year celebrates our progress and the bold vision driving the next chapter of ICLEI’s role in Africa’s urban transformation. From a single desk to … Continued

Supporting African cities to integrate culture, heritage, and the arts into climate adaptation for inclusive and resilient communities.

Rwanda is taking significant steps towards more inclusive and effective climate action by actively engaging local authorities in the development of its third Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs 3.0).  The NDC 3.0 will outline the country’s revised goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change while reflecting Rwanda’s climate ambition and global climate … Continued

Bold action. Proven impact. Inclusive change. Realising unbound possibilities for a more sustainable African urban future: Insights from the RISE Africa 2025 Urban Action Festival RISE Africa’s first in-person 2025 Urban Action Festival convened multi-disciplinary and multi-sectoral participants from across the continent and beyond. Participants explored how to move from vision to action for more resilient, sustainable … Continued

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