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...
Read MoreRefurbishment works have just begun and the market is springing back to life. New businesses are being opened and existing ones expanded. A few traders shared their aspirations with SCK Communications.
Read MoreThe upgrade of Ontulili Market enjoys great support of the Meru County government and the community, and is the benchmark against which the County’s gateway and strategic junction towns will be developed.
Read MoreA new floodlight in Ontulili, Meru County serves as a reminder that inclusive urban development is not easy - some young traders feel excluded from the market upgrade.
Read MoreThe improvement of Ontulili Market kicks off with the installation of two floodlights. The vision has community support and most are willing to pay for waste services and more.
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!
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