The second LEARN Symposium will take place in Rwanda in March 2026. The symposium will convene researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to reflect on urban transformations in East Africa and share lessons from ongoing research and practice. More details on the theme, programme, and participation will be shared soon. Follow LEARN channels for updates.

The Master’s Thesis Lab Seminar Week will bring together students from Kenya and the Netherlands for an intensive, collaborative learning experience. The week focuses on refining research questions, strengthening methodological approaches, preparing for fieldwork, and situating student research within real-world policy and community contexts. Program Highlights Deep-Dive Learning: Engage with core themes through interactive lectures […]

As East African cities grow at an unprecedented rate, the challenge of building resilience to climate shocks, resource constraints, and rapid urbanization has never been greater. Our recent policy dialogue brought together experts, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to explore how artificial intelligence can support sustainable urban systems and strengthen community preparedness in rapidly changing cities.