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Uganda’s cities are growing rapidly, at about 5% a year. Today, 35% of the country’s population lives in urban areas, and 70% of these residents live in informal settlements. In the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA), this means more than 4 million people live in hard-to-reach communities where energy access remains out of reach (UBOS, … Continued

The city of Beira in Mozambique has endured extreme flooding events in recent years, most notably during Cyclone Idai in 2019, which resulted in extensive urban and environmental destruction, widespread displacement of residents, and loss of human life. Informal settlements, home to 70% of Beira’s population, face heightened vulnerability. In neighbourhoods such as Mungassa, Ndunda, … Continued

ICLEI Africa and the South African Local Governments Association co-authored this policy brief to support the Environment and Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG), led by South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) as part of South Africa’s 2025 G20 Presidency. The brief highlights the vital role of subnational governments in driving implementation … Continued

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