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🌍🏘️ Join the Conversation! 🏘️🌍 👥 Debate Alert: The Impact of Slum Upgrading Projects on African Real Estate Markets Slum upgrading initiatives across Africa aim to improve living conditions for millions, but how do they shape the real estate landscape? 🤔 📊 On one hand, these projects can: - Boost property values 🏡 - Enhance urban infrastructure 🚧 - Attract investors 🎯 ⚖️ On the other hand, potential issues may arise such as: - Displacement of low-income residents 🏚️ - Increased cost of living 💰 - Gentrification concerns 🌆 ✨ Example 1: Kenya’s Kibera Slum Project saw improved housing and amenities, but also sparked debates over displacement risks. ✨ Example 2: In South Africa, Cape Town’s N2 Gateway Project brought new homes but raised questions on long-term affordability. We want to hear your thoughts! Do slum upgrading projects provide sustainable growth for real estate or are there hidden costs? Share your opinions below! ⬇️🗣️ #Debate #RealEstate #Africa #SlumUpgrading #UrbanDevelopment #Housing #Investment #CommunityImpact

🌍🏘️ Join the Conversation! 🏘️🌍 👥 Debate Alert: The Impact of Slum Upgrading Projects on African Real Estate Markets Slum upgrading initiatives across Africa aim to improve living conditions for millions, but how do they shape the real estate landscape? 🤔 📊 On one hand, these projects can: - Boost property values 🏡 - Enhance urban infrastructure 🚧 - Attract investors 🎯 ⚖️ On the other hand, potential issues may arise such as: - Displacement of low-income residents 🏚️ - Increased cost of living 💰 - Gentrification concerns 🌆 ✨ Example 1: Kenya’s Kibera Slum Project saw improved housing and amenities, but also sparked debates over displacement risks. ✨ Example 2: In South Africa, Cape Town’s N2 Gateway Project brought new homes but raised questions on long-term affordability. We want to hear your thoughts! Do slum upgrading projects provide sustainable growth for real estate or are there hidden costs? Share your opinions below! ⬇️🗣️ #Debate #RealEstate #Africa #SlumUpgrading #UrbanDevelopment #Housing #Investment #CommunityImpact

Advancing Resilient Housing & Sustainable Construction in Africa's Informal Settlements | Thursday 5 September @ 5:30pm EAT, Room AUF3 Affordable, resilient housing is critical for the future of African cities. As we've already heard today from one speaker after another, African cities will need to accommodate up to 800 million new inhabitants between now and 2050. This will not only require significant resources, but significant and critical shifts in housing systems, policies and programs. Join us at the first inaugural #AfricaUrbanForum to discuss solutions and strategies to increase access to resilient, affordable housing for Africa's urban poor. More information on this event is available here: https://bit.ly/3XkhWbw Cities Alliance CAHF | Centre for Affordable Housing Finance in Africa WRI Africa Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity Kenya SDI. (Slum Dwellers International) Shack Dwellers International Kenya (SDI Kenya) International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)

Johnson Bigwi says it better. If you're considering investing in real estate development in Rwanda, make sure you appreciate the advantages of sloped construction. Avoid cutting out land for excavation, instead, follow the natural slopes of the land. Yes because Rwanda is the land of thousand hills. Video Credits: @Stevenndukwu #RwRealEstate

New Insight in Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs Featured Article: "Public Housing Project Delivery in Nigeria: Quality versus Quantity" by Dr. Oluwafemi Kehinde Akande and team. Key focus: This study addresses the challenge of balancing quality and quantity in Nigeria's public housing projects. It investigates factors influencing the success and failure of delivering high-quality public housing. Research approach: Survey of 351 households and built environment experts (BEPs), assessing aspects like indoor air quality and housing project management. Findings: Importance of factors like adequate financing, selection of suitable building materials, and project management skills for high-quality housing. An essential read for understanding the dynamics of public housing quality in Nigeria. Access full article: https://lnkd.in/daEu69tz #PublicHousing #Nigeria #UrbanStudies #QualityHousing  Dr Oluwafemi Akande Lilian Chioma OBI-GEORGE  Jonam Jacob LEMBI 

🌏 🏰 🏩 🏢 🏟 Advancing Land Policy and Physical Planning in Nigeria: Building a Sustainable Future As Nigeria strives for economic growth and social development, it is crucial to address the complexities surrounding land policy and physical planning. These fundamental aspects not only shape the landscape of our communities but also have far-reaching implications for our collective well-being and future prosperity. Land policy and physical planning are essential pillars of sustainable development, providing the framework for equitable land use, efficient urbanization, and environmental conservation. However, in Nigeria, these policies often face challenges such as outdated regulations, inadequate enforcement mechanisms, and competing interests that hinder their effectiveness. To realize our nation's full potential, we must prioritize the modernization and reform of land policy and physical planning. This entails: Strengthening Land Governance: By enhancing land tenure systems, streamlining land registration processes, and combating land grabbing and speculation, we can ensure secure land rights for all citizens, particularly marginalized communities. Promoting Spatial Planning: Developing comprehensive spatial plans that balance urban growth with environmental conservation, infrastructure development, and social equity is essential for creating livable, resilient cities and fostering sustainable economic development. Enhancing Public Participation: Engaging stakeholders, including local communities, civil society organizations, and private sector actors, in decision-making processes ensures that land policies and physical planning initiatives reflect the diverse needs and aspirations of our society. Embracing Technology and Innovation: Leveraging digital tools, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other innovative solutions can improve data management, facilitate land administration, and enhance decision-making processes in land policy and physical planning. Strengthening Institutional Capacity: Investing in the capacity-building of government agencies, regulatory bodies, and planning professionals is crucial for effective implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of land policy and physical planning regulations. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, let us work together to advance land policy and physical planning in Nigeria. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and good governance, we can build a more sustainable and inclusive future for generations to come. God bless NIGERIA! #LandPolicy #PhysicalPlanning #SustainableDevelopment #Urbanization #Nigeria #GoodGovernance #CommunityDevelopment #EnvironmentalConservation

Newsletter with a brief description some of the recent actions of the amazing work the UN-Habitat country team in Guinea-Bissau is developing. I am very happy to be part of this journey since 2018, not only by playing an active role in the elaboration and implementation of several projects related to urban and regional development, but also supporting the continuous and consistent growth of the country programme and the development of the local team. The next years look even more promising, with the kick-off of new projects that combine policy and strategic work at the national and local levels, and infrastructure interventions in several cities across Guinea-Bissau. #unhabitat #urbandevelopment #urbanresilience #policymaking #urbanprojects

Africa’s housing deficit–both qualitative and quantitative–is severe, with 60-90% of the population living in informal, substandard housing. Africa’s population is estimated to reach 3 billion by 2050 and 80% of the buildings that will exist in the region by that time are yet to be built. Of these, nearly 90% will be residential. Considering that 50% of the most climate vulnerable countries worldwide are in Africa, these homes MUST be climate and disaster resilient--and constructed using resilient materials and methods--if we have any hope of meeting climate change targets and saving lives. Governments and other stakeholders need significant financial, technical and policy support to meaningfully address the needs of billions of Africans for safe, adequate housing. Solutions exist, but must be supported with adequate financing and policy frameworks to reach the scale required to effect transformative change. #ResilientHousing #Housing4All #AdequateHousing4All

Join us to discuss and learn some of the new innovations in housing finance Sumedha Salunkhe Naik Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter Habitat for Humanity Kenya Habitat for Humanity Africa #housingfinance #housingforum #innovation #financeforsocialhabits

Exciting news from the Western Cape! 🏡🌟 Our latest blog post explores why this is the only province in South Africa experiencing real property price growth in 2024. Superior service delivery and consistent investment are key. Read more about here https://buff.ly/4chTP2z #WesternCape #RealEstateGrowth"