Rwanda

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The Crucial Role of Transport in Building Green Cities: Insights from Rwanda

By |2024-01-05T12:57:10+01:00May 30th 2023|Resilient Cities and Climate, Sustainable Infrastructure|

Highlighting the country's initiatives, challenges, and innovative solutions for building green cities Michelle DeFreese explores the path to sustainable transportation in Rwanda.

Country Series Rwanda

Restoring Kigali’s Wetlands to Accelerate Climate Resilience

By |2024-01-05T12:57:23+01:00May 23rd 2023|Resilient Cities and Climate|

In the face of climate risks, Rwanda's capital city, Kigali, is prioritising wetland restoration and embracing sustainable and integrated urban planning approaches. Through these efforts, Kigali is not only mitigating flood risks but also emerging as an exemplar for cities worldwide.

Country Series Rwanda

The Construction Industry in Rwanda: Opportunities or Challenges for Urban Growth?

By |2024-01-05T12:57:41+01:00May 16th 2023|Housing and Construction, Resilient Cities and Climate|

Rwanda’s urban population is rapidly increasing, posing chances and challenges. Enrico Morriello illustrates how the country’s construction industry could pave the way to sustainable urbanisation.

Infographics: Urbanisation and Urban Development in Rwanda

By |2024-01-05T12:57:57+01:00May 9th 2023|Integrated Planning, Sustainable Infrastructure|

URBANET is back with a new country series, inviting readers to explore and learn about urbanisation in Rwanda! Starting off with a set of infographics we introduce you to some insightful facts and figures regarding the country’s urban and demographic development.

Risk and Crisis Management

(Re)thinking Car-Free Urban Spaces: Kigali’s Imbuga City Walk

By |2024-01-04T16:33:01+01:00October 27th 2022|Sustainable Infrastructure|

We have adapted to living in cities surrounded by cars and asphalt. Josephine Malonza argues on the need to rethink city life and takes us on a stroll along the Imbuga City Walk in Kigali.

LIVEABLE CITIES

How Rwanda Is Building Liveable Cities Of All Sizes With Practical Climate Actions

By |2024-01-04T16:20:42+01:00May 12th 2022|Finance, Resilient Cities and Climate|

Rwanda has some of the most ambitious climate goals in Africa and its urban leaders are planning and implementing tangible actions to get there. These will increase city dwellers’ quality of life and protect the environment.

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