About Us
Learn about the African New Urban Agenda Platform and our mission to support sustainable urban development
Supporting Sustainable Urban Development Across Africa
The African New Urban Agenda Platform is a collaborative initiative by UN-Habitat designed to track, monitor, and support the implementation of the New Urban Agenda across the African continent.
We provide governments, civil society organizations, and urban stakeholders with the tools and resources they need to build sustainable, inclusive, and resilient cities for future generations.
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African Countries500+
StakeholdersWhat is the New Urban Agenda?
A shared vision for sustainable urban development
The New Urban Agenda (NUA) was adopted at the United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III) in Quito, Ecuador, on 20 October 2016.
It represents a shared vision for a better and more sustainable future. If well-planned and well-managed, urbanization can be a powerful tool for sustainable development for both developing and developed countries.
The New Urban Agenda provides a framework for how cities and human settlements should be planned, governed, and managed to best promote sustainable urbanization. It emphasizes the importance of adequate housing, infrastructure, basic services, food security, health, education, decent jobs, safety, and natural resources.
Key Objectives
What we aim to achieve through this platform
Monitor Progress
Track implementation of the New Urban Agenda with comprehensive indicators and data visualization tools.
Facilitate Collaboration
Connect governments, civil society, and private sector partners working on urban development.
Share Knowledge
Provide access to best practices, case studies, and resources for sustainable urban planning.
Build Capacity
Strengthen the capabilities of urban planners, policymakers, and local governments.
About UN-Habitat
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the United Nations agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities.
UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. It works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities.
- Technical assistance to governments
- Urban planning and design support
- Policy development and advocacy
- Research and knowledge management
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Adequate Housing
Ensure access for all to adequate, safe and affordable housing and basic services, and upgrade slums.
Sustainable Transport
Provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all.
Green Spaces
Provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible green and public spaces.
Resources & Knowledge Base
Access tools, publications, and learning materials for urban development
Publications
Reports, policy briefs, and research documents on urban development.
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