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We are thrilled to announce that our UN-Habitat report, “Monitoring Smart Inclusive Transition (SIT) Towards an Equitable Urban Future Using the Global Urban Monitoring Framework”, has been officially published on the UN Research and Knowledge Platform: https://lnkd.in/gHxHyc-S   At the World Urban Forum 12 held earlier this year in November in Cairo, Tpl. Lami Ayuba, the Chairman of Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, mentioned that SIT Analysis can help African cities, enabling innovative urban planning and policy.   Dr Tu Anh, the director of the Institute of Smart City and Management, UEH in Vietnam, also said: “We should collaborate to identify SIT in the context of Asian cities, because we all need to put efforts together to understand it with good data.”   #xjtlu #xjtludesignschool #unhabitat #smartinclusivetransitions #worldurbanforum

🇺🇿 Over half of #Uzbekistan’s 37 million population currently lives in urban areas. By 2050, this number is projected to grow by 50%, surpassing 25 million. 🌐 To help the country effectively address the challenges and opportunities of rapid urban growth, we support the government through Bank-funded projects and technical assistance. Our efforts focus on developing urban infrastructure, creating green and climate-resilient cities, and building capacity to deliver municipal services. We also assist in implementing urban and territorial planning reforms. 🤝 This week, in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan and our international partners, we organized a forum focusing on the government’s efforts to adapt regions and cities to #climatechange, enhance #DisasterResilience, and advance reforms in territorial development planning. 📺 Watch this video featuring my brief intervention that explains the purpose and expected results of this event. 🔎 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eNvzucEB #UrbanDevelopment #ClimateResilience #WorldBankforUzbekistan #WBforUZ Christoph Pusch Mohamed Nada Axel Baeumler Anita Ellmauer-Klambauer Lola Vico

Urban-rural linkages in Africa are a significant challenge, with rapid #urbanization and rural-urban #migration putting pressure on urban and peri-urban areas. UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) and partners implemented the "Leaving no space behind: strengthening urban-rural Linkages (URL) in Africa" project in four countries: #Cameroon 🇨🇲 , #Guinea 🇬🇳 , #Nigeria 🇳🇬 (Niger State), and #Tanzania 🇹🇿 (Zanzibar). The project aimed to enhance the capacities of policymakers and change agents at all levels to collect and use evidence for fostering cross-sectoral, multi-level frameworks, strategies, and action plans for integrated and #inclusive territorial development. The project involved the development of context-specific normative toolkits, capacity-building sessions, technical dialogues, and advisory services to stakeholders. The project also provided an overall framework for the review of the #National #Urban #Policy (NUP) for each country and in the data collection process at a local level. The project aimed to strengthen the synergies between urban and rural communities and spaces, promoting integrated territorial development and achieving global goals. Grace Githiri, ines Diurtionnel NGOUANOM, Antonio Kipyegon UN-Habitat, PLGS https://lnkd.in/eucignFK

In 2023, ADB and its partners supported 38 sovereign and 11 nonsovereign projects to promote livable cities. These initiatives focus on reliable urban services, low-carbon growth, and resilience. 🌍 #LivableCities #UrbanResilience https://lnkd.in/gM-FjaAn

The 12th World Urban Forum, held in Cairo from 4th to 8th November, brought together global urban development leaders to address challenges and advance the Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda. World Urban Forum 12 Egypt UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) Like many cities around the world, South African cities face significant challenges, including the growth of informal settlements driven by increased migration. A 2022 SACN study revealed that one in five urban residents lives in these settlements, often lacking dignified living conditions and access to essential services. However, progress is being made through efforts to upgrade informal settlements, providing residents with adequate housing, reliable access to water and electricity, and nearby amenities such as schools and clinics. The Informal Settlements Upgrading Programme, led by the National Department of Human Settlements, is one of several initiatives driving this change. On a global scale, the renewed focus on transforming informal settlements has been reinforced by the Global Action Plan: Accelerating for Transforming Informal Settlements and Slums by 2023, which serves as a framework for sustainable urban development. South Africa's Department of Human Settlements has been a key partner in shaping this vital initiative. 🌍🏙 #SustainableCities #UrbanDevelopment #SDGs #NewUrbanAgenda

1st AFRICA URBAN FORUM, September 04, 2024 to September 06, 2024, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. “Sustainable Urbanization for Africa’s Transformation – Agenda 2063” The Forum will be organized by the African Union Commission Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) in cooperation with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Objectives of the Africa Urban Forum: Provide a diverse multi-stakeholder platform to: Raise the profile of urbanization as an imperative for sustainable and resilient development in Africa. Support inclusive and participatory human settlement development in Africa’s structural transformation and attainment of Agenda 2063. Facilitate dialogues and buy in for sustainable urbanization among Africa’s heads of state and Governments. Identify, discuss, and prioritize emerging and critical issues in inclusive and sustainable urban development from the perspective of different stakeholders. Exchange ideas, best practices and innovative approaches related to sustainable urbanization. Foster collaboration of different stakeholders at various levels to develop strategies, improve programme & project implementation outcomes, share resources, and build capacities. https://lnkd.in/gUNmCKYx #AfricaUrbanForum African Union #urbandevelopment #urbanplanning World Urban Campaign by UN-Habitat

The Twelfth Session of the World Urban Forum WUF12, convened by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), taking place in Cairo, Egypt, from 4 to 8 November 2024, returning to the African continent after more than 20 years after its inception in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2002. WUF12, themed “It all starts at home: Local actions for sustainable cities and communities,” emphasizes the importance of localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing pressing challenges such as inadequate housing, rising urban poverty, and access to basic services exacerbated by global crises. The Forum provides a platform for sharing innovative strategies and successful community initiatives that foster sustainable urban development, encouraging collaboration among local governments, civil society, and urban practitioners to highlight actionable solutions and empower communities in shaping their urban futures. Six Dialogues Discussion are on going DIALOGUE* - **1** *Housing our future* What needs to change to solve housing inadequacy for Billions across our Cities and Communities? *DIALOGUE -2* *Cities and the climate crisis* How can localization drive effective Climate Action to secure Sustainable, Safe, Resilient and Environmentally Just Cities and Communities for All? *DIALOGUE 3 :* *Stronger together* What Partnerships are needed to make Global Agendas work for Local Realities and Ensure Local Solutions Shape Global Agendas? *DIALOGUE 4* *Financing Localization and* **Localizing Finance* How can we Unlock Financing for Local Actions to Accelerate the Achievement of Global Goals? **DIALOGUE* *5* : *Putting people first in a digital Era* How can Technology Transform Cities and Communities while Ensuring an Open, Free , Secure Accessible and Human Centric Digital Future? **DIALOGUE* *6* *The loss of home* In the Face of Destruction, Displacement, and Despair, How can we ensure Safe Homes for all through Local Action? Discussions are ongoing on the above Six Dialogues . Alhamdulillah I considered myself to be among the *Lucky* ones as a Participant inside the Hall where these decisions will be taken # UN-HABITANT #Urban Forum-12th # Year 2024# This is a place things that bothers the world are discussed 🥰💃 I am great to be Urban & Regional Planner# A profession that cares much for# People and their Environment#

🌍 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)

The projected rise in urban population in Asia and the Pacific is expected to hit 64% by 2050. The region includes the most populated and densest cities in the world as well as fragile urban areas such as the small island developing states of the Pacific. In 2023, ADB and its financing partners supported 38 sovereign and 11 nonsovereign projects with elements that promote the livable cities agenda. Learn more about #livablecities: https://lnkd.in/gM-FjaAn

How did the COVID-19 pandemic reshape the Philippines' urban landscape? This working paper examines the dynamics of metropolitan areas in the country before and during the pandemic. The findings offer valuable insights on urban recovery patterns and the factors that drive the formation of metropolitan areas or bolster their resilience. Read and download it here. 👉 https://ow.ly/FRbl50TLJmK