May 31
Ethiopia: Revitalizing of Low-Cost Housing Schemes Initiated By PM Abiy Inspiring Others - Pmo
ENA
Revitalizing of low-cost housing schemes initiated by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has inspired both governmental and non-governmental sectors to undertake similar projects in cities… Read more »
May 28
Uganda: Angry Residents Block Kampala-Jinja Highway
Nile Post
Residents of Njeru in Buikwe district went up in arms and blocked section of the Jinja-Kampala highway near Nile Breweries over dust. Read more »
Uganda: The Crucial Role of Traffic Lights in Kampala
Nile Post
Kampala, the vibrant capital of Uganda, is a bustling metropolis with a rapidly growing population and an ever-increasing number of vehicles on its roads. Amidst this urban… Read more »
May 23
Nigeria: Lagos Plans 3,300KM Unified Fibre Ducts
Leadership
The Lagos state government plans to lay an additional 3,300km of unified fibre ducts across the State, in the Phase II of the project, after it has implemented 2,700km of unified… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai, Koung Blamed for Destruction
New Dawn
With tears rolling down their cheeks, some residents of Margibi County, mainly women, are seriously accusing President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah Kpang Koung… Read more »
May 22
Tanzania: Kariakoo Traders Assured of Protection
Daily News
THE government has assured the Kariakoo market traders that the construction of the East Africa market zone at the Ubungo area in Dar es Salaam has no negative impact on their… Read more »
May 21
Zimbabwe: Councils Must Collect Rents They Are Just Letting Mount
The Herald
The Office of the Auditor- General is now increasing its effectiveness by looking at value for money audits, rather than just checking that the accounts are properly kept and that… Read more »
South Africa: Deadline for Comment On City of Cape Town's New Homeless Strategy
GroundUp
The City of Cape Town's new "Strategy to Reduce Rough Sleeping" will replace its current "Street People Policy" if approved. The opportunity for public comment on the strategy… Read more »
May 20
Nigeria: Federal Govt Begins Nationwide Groundbreaking for 'Renewed Hope' Cities, Estates
Leadership
The federal government is set to commence the nationwide official groundbreaking for the phase 1 of the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project, beginning with 1,250 housing units… Read more »
May 18
Nigeria: Ekiti Begins Compensation of 151 Claimants Affected By Urban Renewal Project
Premium Times
Ekiti State government acquired the area around the swampy Atikankan slum neighbourhood of Ado Ekiti as part of efforts to give the Central Business District a facelift. Read more »
May 17
South Africa: Deadly George Building Collapse - Rescue Operation Ends
allAfrica
The George building rescue operation is concluded, Western Cape officials announced today. Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Has Failed to Fix East Rand Train Stations
GroundUp
From Boksburg to Springs, stations remain in ruins Read more »
Nigeria: Dangiwa - Driving Nigeria's Housing, Urban Development Agenda
This Day
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May 16
South Africa: Rescue Efforts Enter Day 10 After Deadly Building Collapse in George
allAfrica
The rescue and recovery operation continues since the tragic building collapse incident at 75 Victoria Street in George, Western Cape. According to George Municipality, rescue… Read more »
South Africa: A Strong DA Can Rescue Riverlea From Violent Crime [document]
DA
Democrats and residents of Riverlea, Read more »
Uganda: Pader Wants Acholi Cooperatives Revived
Nile Post
Pader District officials have called on the government to revive cooperative societies under the East Acholi Cooperative Union as part of efforts to fight poverty. Read more »
Uganda: Census Goes Against God's Creed, Say Arrested Sheema Defiers
Nile Post
Enumerators carrying out the National Housing and Population Census exercise in Bugongi Town Council, Sheema District, were compelled to call the cops on members of two households… Read more »
May 15
Mauritania: Promoting Urban Renewal in Mauritania to Build Resilience [press release]
World Bank
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South Africa: Blow for Woodstock Social Housing Plans
GroundUp
Tribunal overturns Heritage Western Cape's decision to allow development at the Earl Street site Read more »
Kenya: Kimende Escarpment Declared Danger Zone Following Landslide
Capital FM
The Kenya Red Cross has declared the Kimende escarpment a danger zone following a landslide that struck the area on Tuesday night. Read more »
Nigeria: Ajayi Re-Elected As Arcon President, As Minister
This Day
Arc. (Sir) Dipo Àjàyí has been reelected as the President of the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON), after the Minister of Housing and Urban… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Concern Over Rising Smash and Grab Incidents in Harare
The Herald
Harare residents have expressed concern over a marked increase in night time muggings in parts of the capital where motorists have been targeted in smash and grab incidents. Read more »
Zimbabwe: A Baha'i Perspective - Family's Impact On Individual, Social Well-Being
The Herald
The International Day of Families, celebrated annually on May 15, is a reminder of the great influence family has on individual well-being, as well as in building better… Read more »
May 14
Kenya: Children Rescued From Collapsed Nairobi Building, More Feared Trapped
Capital FM
Authorities in Nairobi's Kiamaiko area have launched a rescue operation following the collapse of a building undergoing demolition on Tuesday. Read more »
South Africa: George Building Collapse - Death Toll Reaches 32, While 20 Still Unaccounted
SAnews.gov.za
Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing into the second week after the collapse of the George building, with the death toll standing at 32, as at 9am on Tuesday. Read more »