Kakamega County’s urban change project seeks to transform idle public land near the newly constructed Lower Butere bus station into a multi-purpose eco-park. The latest phase of the project has seen the successful procurement of various services, including detailed designs...
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December 4th saw the convening of the Urban Network Forum and official launch of the Planning Our Towns toolkit in Nairobi. The event brought together representatives from county and national governments, as well as urban practitioners and civil society, to...
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Planning Our Towns provides guidance on integrating an inclusive, participatory and holistic perspective into urban planning and development in Kenya. Download and use it today! Based on the key principles planning for people, planning with people and integrated planning the toolkit provides practical tools,...
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Seven Operations Managers have joined SymbioCity Kenya to oversee the completion of the seven pilot projects in Kenyan small towns. As the deadline for the programme draws nearer, efficient coordination during the last months are crucial. All the Counties are...
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The rehabilitation of the four hectare idle space in Butere town will create a park with multiple purposes, from providing space for leisure, to facilitating recycling and reducing crime. However stalled implementation is causing frustration.
Read MorePresident Kenyatta highlighted the government's ambitious housing plans at the Devolution Conference, including caps on the costs of mortgage and construction.
Read MoreThe CoG's and SymbioCity Kenya's publication takes stock of the urban agenda. Download the April 2018 issue here!
Read MoreAlthough no official public awareness has yet been done, the community is well aware that they will soon have a recreational park in Butere Town.
Read MoreSymbioCity in Kakamega County is planning a Recreation Park in Butere Town. The thought of the park has brought excitement amongst the community. This is what some residents had to say.
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