The recent gathering of various stakeholders to discuss the Nairobi City County Pop-Up Markets and Street Vendors Bill marked a pivotal moment in the legislative process, demonstrating a commitment to inclusive governance and participatory decision-making. The bill, having undergone its first reading, has now entered a phase of public participation, fostering engagement from a diverse … Continue reading Stakeholders Discuss the Nairobi City County Pop-Up Markets and Street Vendors Bill
Nairobi’s Paradox: Do Informal Settlements Provide UNAFFORDABLE Housing?
Housing costs more to live in Mukuru than Kilimani! On the one hand, property agency Knight Frank pits Nairobi as one of the continent's leading destinations for real estate investment. On the other hand statistics by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics[1] indicate that nearly 70% of Nairobians live in single-roomed housing often irregularly constructed … Continue reading Nairobi’s Paradox: Do Informal Settlements Provide UNAFFORDABLE Housing?
World Cities Day Nairobi: Urban Dialogue and 6 Urban Planning Resolutions
The 31st of October is globally recognized as World Cities Day. The Day promotes the international community’s interest in global urbanization and contribution to sustainable urban development. Nairobi is one of the fastest growing Urban Centres in Africa. It is an economic hub of the East and Central African Region and offers key services including … Continue reading World Cities Day Nairobi: Urban Dialogue and 6 Urban Planning Resolutions
TUMI Summer School: Online Lectures on Urban Mobility!
In a recent webinar featuring Marco te Brömmelstroet from the University of Amsterdam, the discourse on reshaping urban transport and mobility development takes center stage. The discussion, which becomes particularly insightful from minute 4 onward, delves into the pivotal role of language in influencing perceptions and fostering positive change in urban transportation. Te Brömmelstroet's presentation, … Continue reading TUMI Summer School: Online Lectures on Urban Mobility!
ACT! Action Towards Climate friendly Transport
ACT! Action Towards Climate friendly Transport Today, millions of people are demonstrating their support for better climate action. Motivated by young people, from Monday, September 23rd, world leaders have converged in NYC at the Climate Action Summit to announce bold commitments for a climate-friendly future. With the rising awareness on sustainable mobility, a great initiative … Continue reading ACT! Action Towards Climate friendly Transport