Reimagining urban transport in African cities

Dec 1, 2023 | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Cities & regions Developing countries Transport Africa

Description

Join us for an exciting event to reshape transport systems in African cities to attain sustainability goals! Discover the innovative collaboration between the OECD Sahel and West Africa Club (SWAC), the esteemed University of Ghana, Ghanaian researchers from the University of Manchester, and the OECD International Transport Forum. Together, we’ve embarked on a project to help transform transport systems in Accra and Kumasi. Dive into the findings and insights from this project, as we explore the crucial aspects of accessibility, gender inclusivity, and proximity of transport within the context of Ghana's largest cities. Engage in a vibrant discussion with experts, researchers, and thought leaders who are actively shaping the future of transport in Africa. Uncover the innovative solutions that are not only revolutionising transportation in Ghana but also offering valuable lessons for other urban centres across the continent. French interpretation is provided for this session.

Moderated by

Jennifer Sheahan

OECD/SWAC

Policy Research and Advice

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-sheahan-92464014/

Speakers

Ernest Agyemang

University of Ghana

Senior Lecturer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernestagyemang/

Brilé Anderson

OECD/SWAC

Policy Research and Advice

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bril%C3%A9-anderson/

ABA

Andrew Boamah Asare

Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana

Infrastructure Specialist

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-asare/

MGM

Mamaa Grant Monney

Transitec Consulting Engineers

Consultant

Alex Johnson

Accra Metro Assembly

Head of Department of Transport

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-johnson-accracity/

Charlène Kouassi

Movin’On LAB Africa

Managing Director

Kwadwo Owusu

University of Ghana

Professor, Director Center for Climate Change and Sustainability Studies

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwadwo-owusu-74742547/

Jorge Patiño

OECD/SWAC

Geographical Scientist

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgepatino/

SJZ

Sibiri Jean Zoundi

OECD/SWAC

Acting Director

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