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African cities are urbanising at a rapid rate. Recent statistics show that there will be an estimated 68% of people living in cities by the year 2050 compared to 55% of people living in cities today. In Africa 43% of the population live in urban areas while the rest reside mostly in rural areas. However, … Continued
As urbanisation accelerates across Africa, the challenges posed by climate change become increasingly urgent, highlighting the valuable role that urban natural assets and nature-based solutions (NbS) can play in fostering sustainable urban environments. As we celebrate International Youth Day, it is important to recognise that youth in African cities have inherited compounding crises that they … Continued
Bridging finance and biodiversity: Crucial steps for African city resilience Amidst the escalating challenges posed by climate change and biodiversity loss, African cities find themselves at a critical juncture, where the intersection of finance and biodiversity holds immense significance for resilience. With more than half the world’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) relying on biodiversity and … Continued
UNA Resilience opens “Preserve, Conserve & Tinker” Exhibition launched in Cape Coast and online
We support local governments in Africa to integrate nature-based solutions into land use planning for increased resilience.
