Research Areas
Exploring innovative solutions for urban challenges in Eastern Africa and beyond.
Our research therefore aims at reframing narratives about informality by illuminating its magnitude and complexities, the opportunities it offers, and influencing the reformation of policy approaches to adjust accordingly to Africa’s urban realities.
Urban Resilience
A focus on urban resilience is important for Africa, which is experiencing unprecedented urbanization rates. Many cities in the region face resource constraints.
Cities & Climate Change
Climate change poses multifaceted challenges ranging from increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events to rising sea levels, heatwaves, and water scarcity.
Informality
In terms of urban development, informality contributes to approximately 60-80% of the prevailing urban landscapes in the developing world.
Art Culture & Heritage
LEARN is driven by a profound belief in the transformative power of art, culture, and heritage in shaping vibrant and inclusive urban landscapes.
Digitilisation
Embracing digitalisation has become an imperative for cities aspiring to thrive, as evidenced by the emergence of smart cities, which hold the promise of improving service delivery.
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