Uganda To Use World Cities Day To Promote Sustainable Urbanization

Posted by: Kyeyune Andrew Jonathan in Uganda news October 29, 2021

On October 31, Uganda will join the rest of the World to mark the World Cities Day while focusing on the promotion of sustainable urbanization.

According to Sheila Naturinda, the day gives individuals, communities, and government officials a chance to highlight challenges and find solutions. All in relation to cities, towns, and communities.

She is the Communications Specialist at the World Bank’s Uganda Support to Municipal Infrastructure Development (USMID-AF) Programme

‘’The UN General Assembly designated October 31 as the World Cities Day for the world to promote their interest in global sustainable urbanization, push forward co-operation among countries and cities in meeting opportunities and addressing challenges of urbanization,’’ she said.

Furthermore, she said various engagements have been planned as part of the celebration.

This year’s theme draws focus to cities that are prone to environmental disasters because of the concentration of socio-economic assets.

Naturinda said building the adaptive capacity and cultivating the social capital that already exists will reduce disaster risks. She added that it will also strengthen urban resilience to often unpredictable shocks and stresses due to climatic changes.

‘’Adapting cities for climate resilience is being intentional about helping cities and their residents prepare for, mitigate and respond to risks posed by both predictable and unpredictable shocks and stresses due to climatic changes,’’ she said.

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