Disaster Risk Reduction in African Cities

Meggan believes that African cities are places of innovation and potential, where globally relevant solutions are found. She leads the Climate Change, Energy and Resilience workstream at ICLEI Africa, where a diverse team works with African city stakeholders to build resilience, enable low emission development, and improve access to finance and energy. Meggan holds a PhD in Environmental Science and before joining ICLEI Africa worked as a municipal official.

Kate holds a PhD in Environmental Science, focused on coastal changes associated with climate change. She has a special interest in understanding climate change and the associated risks, especially relating to coastal cities. She has worked with and for local governments to build climate resilience, developing climate adaptation plans, and identifying challenges and opportunities associated with natural assets to overcome shocks and stressors associated with climate change.

Lucy holds a Msc in Political Science and a MPhil in Climate Change and Development. She has worked on GCF and GEF adaptation project design in several French speaking countries before joining ICLEI Africa in early 2021. Lucy currently works on participatory adaptation action planning, gender inclusion and finance for local climate action under the CoM SSA project.

Carina has 12 years’ experience in the writing and editing industry, with over 5 years in the non-profit space. She is passionate about contributing her skillset to the sustainable growth of the African cities that ICLEI’s projects support. Carina holds a Master’s degree in Media Studies with distinction from Wits University. She has always been interested in the intersection of media and communication with environmental issues, and the impact that the right message can have in making lasting, positive change. 

Dylan is passionate about analysing and addressing development challenges through the lens of climate change. He holds a Masters in Ecology from the University of the Witwatersrand and has five years of experience. He has developed research, data analysis, project management and stakeholder engagement skills through his work in the climate change and sustainability sector. Dylan uses his expertise in resilience, adaptation and climate finance to contribute to improved wellbeing for people vulnerable to climate change impacts.

Clara holds an Honours degree in Environmental and Geographical Science, graduating with distinction from the University of Cape Town. With a keen focus on climate change adaptation, disaster risk management and resilience, Clara is driven by a commitment to advancing sustainable and equitable solutions in the African urban context. She believes that impactful resilience-building emerges from collective action and interdisciplinary engagement.