Atkeyelsh Persson
Moderator
This event will officially launch UNECA's Urbanization and Development Section's report, "The State of Urbanization 2024: Better Cities in Digital Age. The report comprehensively analyzes current trends and challenges facing African cities. The event will allow participants to gain insights from the report’s key findings on urbanization and digitalization in Africa, engage in discussion with experts and other stakeholders on critical issues impacting African cities, and explore potential solutions and policy recommendations for promoting sustainable development and inclusive urban development across the continent in the digital age.
This event aims to raise awareness of the report's findings among policymakers, researchers, and practitioners working on urban development in Africa. It will foster dialogue and collaboration towards building more resilient and equitable cities for the future.