Africa Urban Lab bridging global expertise and local realities to shape the urban future of Zanzibar and beyond

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Another project is our work with Urban Expansion Planning, led by Dr. Patrick Lamson-Hall. We are working together with municipalities and local governments all over Africa to equip them to face future growth at the city’s periphery. Already, urban expansion planning has led to tangible benefits for secondary cities in Ethiopia, including higher household incomes, improved service provision, and decreased commute times. We’re actively scaling this approach to cities in Tanzania and Kenya.

We have also contributed to public discourse through high-level lectures, including a session on Urban Finance in African Cities led by expert Ms. Astris Haas, and a thought-provoking lecture on the Future of African Cities delivered by the renowned urban planner Alain Bertaud. Looking ahead, the Lab is committed to convening more leading voices in Zanzibar to foster dialogue and share critical insights on urban challenges and opportunities across the continent.

Africa Urban Lab bridging global expertise and local realities to shape the urban future of Zanzibar and beyond

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