Digital Kiribati’s Post

Explore how we supported the Sudridh-Nepal Urban Resilience Programme (NURP) in Nepal with learning alliances to help address complex urban challenges and integrating a Green, Resilient, and Inclusive Development (GRID) approach to policy and programs. https://okt.to/BUyoDb

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has just approved an $86.67 million grant to upgrade the 49-kilometer Dangara–Guliston road—Tajikistan’s first green corridor project. 🌱 This project will expand the road to four lanes while integrating climate resilience, sustainability, and inclusive design. Key highlights: • 🌍 Green roads toolkit: Incorporates climate adaptation, pollution reduction, and biodiversity conservation. • 🚗 Electric vehicle charging: Two pilot EV charging stations will be installed, promoting cleaner transport options. • 🚸 Inclusive design: Dedicated cycleways, sidewalks, and facilities for mothers, children, and people with disabilities. • 💡 Local empowerment: Training and entrepreneurship grants for women in nearby communities. In addition, co-financing from the Government of Tajikistan ($23M) and expected support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will bring this project to life, with completion set for 2030. #ADB #SustainableDevelopment #GreenInfrastructure #Tajikistan #ClimateResilience #TransportInfrastructure #ElectricVehicles #WomenEmpowerment #InclusiveGrowth #CentralAsia #EBRD 🔗 Learn more:  https://lnkd.in/dHEXGjTf

In the heart of Central Asia, Uzbekistan has embarked on a pioneering initiative that seamlessly blends the traditional allure of countryside living with the conveniences of modern life. With a rural population exceeding 16 million and witnessing an annual growth of approximately 3%, according to United Nations estimates, the urgency for upgraded living conditions was palpable. https://lnkd.in/dc6Z2CbY

📢Channelling local action for #sustainablecities and communities! The World Urban Forum 12 Egypt is currently underway initiating confident strides towards global development along the theme ‘It All Starts at Home: Local Actions for Sustainable Cities and Communities’. 🏙️ With its primary focus on localising Sustainable Development Goals, this year’s sessions are centred around grassroot level action to tackle global challenges like increasing costs, barriers to proper housing facilities, #climatechange, etc. Addressing a very important session on ‘Designing Liveable Cities - Enhancing #GenderInclusiveMobility for All’, we will dive into the aspect of inclusive mobility through the lens of the key focus areas addressed at WUF12. Here’s the 3-pronged approach to drive change in urban planning 👇 📍#Localisation to identify the role of governments, stakeholders and society in coming together to address unique challenges and empowering global development piece by piece, settlement by settlement 👨👩🏻Fostering a sense of #community and empowering citizens worldwide to steer change in urban living conditions, expanding the impact reach of #SDGs ⌛An urgent call for action to combat the challenges of poverty, #inequality, climate change and widespread conflict As aptly articulated by #WUF12, it is time to drive conscious action towards sustainable, inclusive and empowered urban living “locally, together, and now”! United Nations GIZ India UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Daniel Ernesto Moser Manjunath Sekhar Rana Amani Neetu Anna Joseph Rishi Girdhar Shirish Mahendru Narendra Verma

What key strategies should Africa adopt to effectively leverage its human capital for sustainable development? Watch this insightful conversation between Dr. Donatien Beguy former President of the Union for African Population Studies (UAPS), and Nthanda Manduwi, host of the Family Planning News Network (FPNN). This dialogue took place at the 9th African Population Conference (APC) in Lilongwe, Malawi. Under the theme, “Road to 2030: Leveraging Africa’s Human Capital to Achieve Transformation in a World of Uncertainty,” the 9th APC brought together experts to discuss population issues in Africa. Dr. Beguy and Ms. Manduwi delved into critical discussions of the youth, dynamics of migrant populations, and the development of urban settlements within the African context. Join us in this compelling discussion and gain deeper insights into how Africa can effectively utilize its human capital to foster transformation and achieve sustainable development by 2030.  Watch the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dHXHA_z2 #APC2024 #9thAPC #APCMalawi #UAPS #HumanCapital #SustainableDevelopment #AfricanYouth #UrbanDevelopment #Migration #FamilyPlanning #PopulationStudies

Do check out this blog by our partners Practical Action in Nepal - it zooms in on Local Adaptation Plans of Action (LAPAs). The primary purpose of LAPAs is to translate national priorities into actionable plans at the local level. This blog highlights some of the challenges involved in operationalising these plans but also their potential for building resilient and adaptive communities at the grassroots level. Have a read below👇 Biraj Adhikari, Dharam Raj Uprety, Kriti Shree Giri https://lnkd.in/gAVXE3PE

💡 Introducing MyVillage Cambodia - MVi, the 2nd Innovation Partner of Ponlok Chomnes program! This week, we are excited to highlight research to be undertaken by one of our Innovation Partners, MyVillage Cambodia (MVi). MVi will conduct research on the “Analysis of commune budget allocation for climate change and its impacts on marginalised communities: Case studies of commune administrations in Stung Treng Province.” This research will assess current budget allocation practices, analyse the participation of marginalised groups in budgeting, examine the effects of climate change projects on these groups, and identify key constraints faced by commune administrations in allocating funds for climate change initiatives. Research has now commenced, stay tuned for more about this incredible new project! 😉 🔗 To learn more about the MVi, please click on this link to our website: https://lnkd.in/eV8g5tcA 📚 Read more about the policy brief from MVi during the Ponlok Chomnes Phase I (2019-2023) through this link: https://lnkd.in/e6NbBZtu 🌟 The Ponlok Chomnes Innovation Fund supports local initiatives by addressing specific local issues through collaboration between civil society organisations and local authorities. The Ponlok Chomnes Innovation Fund is funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Australian Embassy, Cambodia) and through The Asia Foundation's Ponlok Chomnes: Data and Dialogue for Development in Cambodia program. #PonlokChomnes #InnovationPartner #KnowledgeSector #PolicyProcess #PolicyDialogue #DiverseEvidence #InclusiveResearch #InclusiveDialogue #EffectiveCommunication

Many Parts of The World Must Prioritize Connectivity of Transportation & Infrastructure Developments to Reduce Hardship & Social Burdens on Communities that are in Rural areas of Each Nation-State including The USA & many Parts-of ASEAN.~ATDI “Enhanced local accessibility and bridge connectivity for previously isolated communities. Over 1,800 communes, where Vietnam’s most vulnerable communities live, now have reduced transport costs and improved access to schools, hospitals, markets, and other important institutions that enable them to have a better quality of life. Increased budget for rural road maintenance” Asian Development Bank (ADB)

🌍 Bolivia's Urban Development Milestone 🌍 Bolivia has taken a major step forward in urban development with the launch of its National Comprehensive Urban Development Policy (#PNDIC). Developed with support from UN-Habitat and Sida, this policy is designed to create inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities for the future. Discover how #Bolivia is shaping its urban future through participatory planning and strategic policies aimed at improving the quality of life for millions of people across the country. 🔗 Click below to explore more! https://lnkd.in/e62skmsN #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableCities #InclusiveGrowth #Resilience #UNHabitat #TerritorialPlanning #SmartCities #UrbanTransformation #2030Agenda #NewUrbanAgenda #ClimateAction #UNHabitatPLGS Remy Sietchiping Anne Amin UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

Germany Grants €9M to Uzbekistan for Sustainable Urban Development Uzbekistan has received a €9 million grant from Germany to develop “green” master plans for its cities, integrating climate-resilient and sustainable urban practices. Signed during the Territorial Development Forum in Tashkent, the funding, managed by GIZ, focuses on climate adaptation and promoting sustainable growth. Building on prior cooperation, Germany has provided €12 million in 2024 to support Uzbekistan’s green economy initiatives, including industrial technologies and green industrial parks. #UzbekistanNews #Kunuz #Germany #SustainableDevelopment #GreenEconomy #UrbanPlanning