Resilience of secondary cities to climate change in Africa

OnlineNov 22, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Adaptation & resilience Developing countries

Description

West Africa is and will continue to undergo rapid urbanisation. As Abidjan surpasses 15 million inhabitants, Dakar approaches 8 million, and Ouagadougou reaches 7 million, we face critical questions: will these cities become resilient, prosperous hubs or sprawling centres of limited opportunity? Regional actors and development partners are promoting industrialisation based on agriculture, improved connectivity between capitals and secondary cities, and key development corridors. However, climate change poses a significant threat to these efforts. How exposed are these potential future hubs exposed to climate hazards? What can be done today to ensure the region’s development, especially with respect to governance? This session will explore the challenges and opportunities of fostering resilient, prosperous urban centres. Our panellists, each offering unique perspectives, will discuss strategies to ensure sustainable growth that accommodates the needs of future urban residents. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on the future of West Africa's cities.

Moderated by

Brilé Anderson

OECD/SWAC

Programme Manager - Climate, Urbanisation and Environment

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Speakers

Jorge Patiño

OECD/SWAC

Geographical Scientist

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Mattias Piani

Enabel's Urban Economic Development initiative in Rwanda

Project Manager

PMS

Papa Madiaw Seck

West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA)

Coordinator of the IDA Donation Technical Assistance Project for the Financing of Urban Development

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