The first Africa Housing Forum is rapidly approaching, and we can’t wait to lead off the discussions on the future of African cities. This hybrid event will take place both virtually and in-person at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya on 12 – 14 May 2022.
Multifamily houses in Tajikistan’s capital, Dushanbe, are slowly deteriorating. Habitat for Humanity and the Dushanbe municipality help homeowners’ associations to take over maintenance responsibilities from the state.
A mobile application iBUILD helps Kenyans access affordable housing supply. It guides them through every stage of the housing construction process, however big or small.
According to Mathabo Makuta, the international aid for Africa is mainly targeting rural areas. Since a growing number of people are migrating to cities, we should shift our focus onto the urban issues.
Habitat for Humanity continues to assess the incredibly extensive housing needs in the wake of an explosion that killed more than 200 people and injured 6,000 others in Lebanon last week.
Croatia is facing a paradox: while housing costs are rising and many young people are locked out of the rental and ownership markets, nearly a third of all homes meant for permanent residence sit empty. This contrast lies at the heart of a new research report on the country’s housing landscape—one that uncovers not just the challenges, but the untapped opportunities for creating more inclusive, sustainable communities.
“Even during my short time in Lebanon, I was able to witness households transform into more liveable homes.” Habitat for Humanity’s volunteer Catarina is reflecting on her time spent in Lebanon.