Circular Economy Strategies for Building Sustainable Cities in Africa.

Africa’s urban population is expected to triple in the next 50 years. The rate of urbanization in Africa which was 40% in 2010 is projected to soar up to 60% by 2050. Creating and expanding cities in the coming decades is crucial to meet the needs of the continent's current and future populations. However, the challenge is building resilient cities while promoting inclusive economic growth, improving the quality of life, and preserving nature's resources on which we depend for survival. Join us on World Cities Day as we discuss, ‘Circular Economy Strategies for Building Sustainable Cities in Africa’. The key themes to be covered in this webinar include: ➤ Demystifying the Concept of the Circular Economy ➤ How the Circular Economy is connected to Building Sustainable Cities. ➤ Circular Economy Strategies for Urban Governance. ➤ Circular Economy Strategies for Resource Management in Cities. ➤ Circular Economy Strategies for Resource Efficiency in Businesses. This event is for students, urban planners, entrepreneurs, policymakers, sustainability professionals, and anyone interested in transforming Africa's urban future through the lens of circular economy practices. Be part of this critical conversation and learn how to collectively build cities that thrive for current and future generations.