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Kampala Road Rehabilitation Project to benefit 1.6M people by tackling congestion       The 69.2 km initiative aims to modernize #Uganda’s road infrastructure, enhancing urban mobility while integrating climate-resilient and eco-friendly measures.       To address the adverse effects of #climatechange, the project is integrating 5 kilometers of drainage structures to enhance stormwater management and will plant more than 10,000 trees along the streets for carbon sequestration and noise reduction.       African Development Bank Director for Climate Change and Green Growth, Prof. Anthony Nyong, recently toured the site to evaluate its contribution to sustainable urban development:        "The African Development Bank is very happy to be associated with this project. We are committed to continuing to mainstream resilience measures into the project to ensure that it remains sustainable and adapts to future climate shocks.”       The Bank has mobilised $275 million for the project, with the Global Environment Facility and the Government of Uganda jointly contributing $5 million.        Learn more about the project and its impact: https://bit.ly/4cPcymj #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanGrowth

🌍 ALBATROSS aims to ground its research and innovation actions in #Africa, by developing its activities in and together with the local communities strategically selected in 5 countries in sub-Saharan Africa: #Tanzania, #Kenya, #Gahana, #SouthAfrica and #Madagascar. 🌀 The engine of this process is embodied in the establishment of the Climate-Resilience Development Network, which represents a pan-African and transnational structure integrating indigenous communities with local research and policy organisations, which is articulated on different levels. The hubs are one of them. They consist of well-developed territorial communities managed directly or indirectly by the project partners; they represent the network hubs and are the fundamental unit on which the project actions are based. 🌱The hubs are stable in contexts that are crucial for the socio-economic and political interests of the countries and suffer not only from the #climate and environmental deterioration pressures but also from the economic and social pressures that climate change triggers. The hubs will work in synergy on three key issues for #ALBATROSS and of strong interest to the countries involved; these are Environmental-Socio-Economic Vulnerability, Internal Migration, and Natural Hazards. 💚 #HorizonEU #EU #ClimateServices #NBS #Nature #research #project

🌍 UN-Habitat Myanmar & M-CAN at WUF12: Building Resilience in a Polycrisis in Myanmar! In partnership with UN-Habitat Myanmar, members of the Myanmar Climate Action Network (M-CAN)—including Action Aid, AES Creative Media Institute, For The Future Myanmar, Myanmar Water Academy, and Sanar—represented Myanmar at the Twelfth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12) in Cairo, Egypt, from 4 to 8 November 2024, connecting with over 20,000 participants worldwide—from national and subnational authorities from other countries, UN officials, professionals, students, and private sector partners. Under the theme "Building Resilience in a Polycrisis in Myanmar," the Myanmar delegation highlighted innovative approaches to addressing urban challenges and climate change. Key initiatives showcased included: ✅ Community-based resilience building ✅ Nature-based solutions for urban development ✅ Youth leadership in sustainable development ✅ Gender-inclusive climate action ✅ Innovative resilient housing solutions Visitors to the Myanmar booth engaged with interactive video presentations, creative art activities, and inspiring talks by guest speakers, all emphasizing the importance of global collaboration and local action to strengthen Myanmar's climate adaptation and disaster mitigation efforts. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gGu-i3QE #WUF12 #MyanmarClimateAction #BuildingResilience #ClimateChange

📆4-6 September 2024 📍Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦. African cities and towns will be built one way or another in the next three decades. How they are built will determine the prospects for the continent and the viability of global sustainability efforts for the remainder of the century. It has never been more important for new multi-level governance arrangements and continent-wide programmes to harness the current urbanization phase to ensure economic diversification, reduced cost-of-service delivery and climate resilient development. Be part of the discourse to reshape urbanization in Africa. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦, topics of discussions and participation by visiting https://ow.ly/jH7e50TcqMz #AfricaUrbanization

📢 Unlocking Africa's Growth Through Trade Corridors and Logistics Infrastructure 🌍 Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) are pivotal in constructing the logistics infrastructure that fuels regional integration in Africa. The continent's prosperity hinges on robust ports and trade corridors, necessitating substantial investments to enhance capacity and efficiency. DFIs are instrumental in mobilizing resources to nurture these vital trade routes, fostering job creation and bolstering intra-African trade. In tandem with infrastructure development, it's imperative to incorporate biodiversity offsets to ensure sustainable progress. Striking a balance between economic advancement and environmental conservation is paramount for a thriving and interconnected Africa. 🌱🌍 #DFIs #TradeCorridors #RegionalIntegration #SustainableDevelopment #BiodiversityOffsets #LogisticsInfrastructure #AfCFTA #AfricaEconomicGrowth

Although it is the past project, I’d like to share a video of activities in Cambodia as part of the Green Building Project funded by the Government of Japan (2022 - 2023). I visited the community recently and I could see the changes through the project intervention. https://lnkd.in/gyXxiytU #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #ClimateAction #InclusiveCities #UNHabitat #Cambodia #CommunityEmpowerment #Adaptation #SDG11

Fourth Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP) Partnership Forum, 16th September, in Nairobi, Kenya Representind the Direction Générale de la Météorologie (Maroc Météo) and with the valued collaboration of the AAA Initiative Foundation, I was honored to participate in the Fourth Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP) Partnership Forum, held yesterday, 16th September, in Nairobi, Kenya. This important event, organized by the Global Center on Adaptation and the African Development Bank, reviewed AAAP's progress since 2021 in promoting climate-resilient economic development across Africa. As climate challenges grow, such forums play a critical role in strengthening Africa's resilience and addressing the adaptation financing gap. #ClimateAdaptation #AfricaClimateAction #AAAP #SustainableDevelopment

Japan and UNDP have announced a US$ 4.9M initiative to boost urban resilience in Central Asia: go.undp.org/4vN The project focuses on #climate risk reduction, innovative urban planning, and regional cooperation to combat climate-driven challenges in #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan, #Tajikistan, #Turkmenistan, and #Uzbekistan.

On behalf of UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), I am horoured to announce the launch of the "Climate Resilient Cities" project in Nampula, Mozambique, generously supported by the Government of the Kingdom of Norway in $4.5 million funding. This initiative addresses the increasing vulnerabilities Mozambique faces due to climate change, including prolonged droughts, cyclones, and floods. Ranked 7th globally for natural disaster exposure, Nampula, Mozambique's third-largest city, is particularly affected, with over 800,000 residents facing rapid urbanization, limited services, and high poverty rates.   In collaboration with local partners such as Agencia De Desenvolmento Integrado Do Norte, Provincial Executive Council of Nampula, and FAO, this project aims to enhance urban management and resilience. By integrating nature-based solutions and promoting circular, inclusive development, #UNHabitatMozambique🇲🇿 strive to improve livelihoods and create sustainable, climate-resilient communities.   Join us at the World Urban Forum (WUF12) to learn more about our efforts and engage with global urban leaders.Register here: https://lnkd.in/dyX3Ehb3   #UrbanResilience #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableDevelopment #UNHabitat #Mozambique UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

ZM: Zambia, Egypt Strengthen Ties to Enhance Sustainable Development in Informal Settlements Zambia and Egypt have engaged in bilateral talks focused on upgrading informal settlements, aiming to enhance sustainable development and improve housing. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 12th World Urban Forum in Cairo, emphasized knowledge-sharing and collaboration to address housing and urban challenges.