Effects of Urbanisation “Human settlements are linked so closely to existence itself… represent such a concrete and widespread reality, are so complex and demanding. So laden with questions of rights and desires, with needs and aspirations. So racked with injustices and deficiencies, that the subject cannot be approached with the leisurely detachment of the solitary… Read more »
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African Cities: Building Resilient, Sustainable & Inclusive Societies
The challenges faced by Africa’s rapidly growing cities are unique. Chief Resilience Officers from Ethiopia, Ghana & South Africa share how their cities are approaching the urgent challenges their cities are working to solve. The list of interviewees includes: Fitsumbrhan Tsegaye (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) Desmond Appiah (Accra, Ghana) Craig Kesson (Cape Town, South Africa) The… Read more »
Read moreThe World’s Largest Slums: Dharavi, Kibera, Khayelitsha & Neza
Slum Housing in Ethiopia: How To Rebuild a Capital City
The current housing crisis in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is largely due to an escalation of the rural exodus (to urban places). The challenge now, is to create a symbiosis between new districts and poor areas – in particular developing new programmes to rehabilitate informal settlements in Ethiopia. With 80% of the population… Read more »
Read moreArchitects Volunteer to Improve Urban Housing in Manila
In May 2016 a team of ten volunteers from architecture firm WATG travelled across the world to get their hands dirty building homes with Habitat for Humanity Philippines to improve the dire state of urban housing in the country. The team travelled to the outskirts of Manila. They spent a week in the sweltering heat… Read more »
Read moreVolunteer in the Philippines: Rebuilding Slums in Manila
Earlier this year we sent a team of employees from architecture agency WATG to volunteer in the Philippines. The team was blessed with the caring presence of Rob Holmes as team leader, who has led many builds in many different countries. Our operation in the Philippines is building nearly 5,000 homes every year and the work… Read more »
Read moreBuilding Sustainable Cities & Communities: The New Urban Agenda
Housing, in particular building sustainable cities and communities, is at the centre of key issues such as: Poverty reduction Employment opportunities Education Crime reduction Health Housing is also a key factor contributing to economic growth, addressing energy consumption and fostering resilience. Getting ready for an urbanised world Habitat for Humanity believes in the importance of Housing at… Read more »
Read moreImpact of the Refugee Crisis in Lebanon: Who Needs the Most Help? (Part 1)
Helping refugees in Lebanon is no small task. The refugee crisis has had a huge impact on the country and its population, which welcomes refugees from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine and more. Since 2011, the Syrian conflict has devastated communities across the country causing the displacement of 8 million Syrians. It has prompted the exodus of more than… Read more »
Read moreLand Reforms for Slums in Brazil: 3 Ways to Reduce Inequalities
Despite the rich cultural diversity and active citizenry, inequalities in Brazil continue to rank among some of the highest in the region. In major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, favelas (slums) stand as testaments to issues like overcrowding and housing deterioration by failing to provide: Safety Economic stability Basic water and sanitation services Secure housing The complexity of legal framework… Read more »
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