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Welcome to Resilience Insight Africa

The Knowledge Hub on urban resilience in Africa

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About the Knowledge Hub

Resilience Insight Africa is a collaborative platform that brings together diverse actors working to make African cities more resilient.

This platform connects policymakers, city officials, planners, researchers and communities with tools and insights to build climate-smart, risk-aware and inclusive urban futures.

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Fast facts

2.5-billion

Africa’s population by 2050

1.2-billion

Number of people living in African cities by 2050

157-million (2008-2018)

Number of Africans affected by disasters

46% of disasters

occurred in urban areas (2000-2015)

$38.5-billion (1970-2019)

Economic cost

Knowledge Hub

Our Knowledge Hub is a curated library of insights, tools and stories from the frontlines of urban resilience and disaster risk management in Africa. From policy briefs to personal narratives, each resource is designed to equip local leaders, communities and development practitioners with the knowledge to build safer, stronger cities.

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Our Partners

Resilience Insight Africa brings together technical expertise, global frameworks and community-based knowledge to support Africa’s cities. Our partners help shape an inclusive ecosystem where no one is left behind.

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  • German cooperation and GIZ
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