Improving road safety for people walking
The University of Rwanda is developing a centre of excellence in transport and logistics for conducting research, collecting local data and providing expert training for staff to improve the effectiveness and impact of road safety investments in Africa. Civil engineers, transport planners, the police, architects and urban designers are in collaboration with
Building walking policy actions to reach the SDGs and climate goals
Walking is being talked up as an affordable, quick, and reliable solution to help reach several goals including the Paris climate targets. With the promise of new money for mitigation and adaptation Rwanda is exploring what are the most affordable actions that deliver an impact. SDG 11.2 is all about access to
Planning for walking in low-income neighbourhoods
More than 60% of the population in Africa live in low-income neighbourhoods often lacking access to basic services including water, electricity, and sanitation. But these neighbourhoods can also be very walkable. When improvements are made it is essential to retain this walkability and keep streets safe for everyone, especially children, people with
All you need to know to join us in Walk21 Kigali
The 23rd International Walk21 Conference on Walking and Liveable Communities is coming and we have some updates for your participation. The 23rd International Walk21 Conference on Walking and Liveable Communities will be held between 16 and 19 October 2023. It will be hosted in the University of Rwanda, in partnership with the City
Financing and governance models for supporting walking infrastructure
Recent research in partnership with development banks has highlighted an opportunity for more packaged investment in walkability projects. As more money is being targeted to sustainable mobility systems that attract future economic growth the banks and national officials are negotiating the best models for supporting walking infrastructure. How can national policy support
Walking across Africa
More than a billion people walk or cycle in Africa every day to reach work, their homes, school and other essential services. In African continent’s cities, walking is the primary mode of transport for the majority, with up to 78% of people walking every day to access work, education, health care, markets,
International Conference hosted by TU Dublin
International Conference hosted by TU Dublin will explore the importance of walking to promote safe, sustainable, and liveable communities.
