The ACC aims to produce credible new knowledge on the drivers of urban crisis in African cities with an eye on systemic solutions
The African Mayoral Leadership Initiative (AMALI) unveiled its plans to catalyse the transformation of cities across the continent. The initiative will provide exclusive, tailored support to African city leaders, drawing on the insights and experience of a distinguished group of coaches including former heads of state, government ministers, and mayors with a legacy of transformation.
African Centre for Cities has partnered with Big Win Philanthropy on a ground-breaking initiative to catalyse the transformation of cities in Africa: the African Mayoral Leadership Initiative (AMALI).
Calling all early-career academics, researchers, activists, and artists interested in urban theory in Africa! Apply now to be a part of the second UTA-DO African Cities Workshop in 2023.
As part of the African Infrastructure Futures Conference, the African Centre for Cities (University of Cape Town) and the Urban Futures Studio (Utrecht University), have mounted an exhibition of 10 case studies showcasing inspiring examples of infrastructure innovation from across the continent.
This report focuses on the different approaches to and positions on urban food governance.
Senior ACC research Liza Rose Cirolia has received a UCT College of Fellows’ Young Researcher Award 2022.
Join ACC and the Goethe Institut for a reflection session on Power Talks, a programme which explored the nuanced forms, dynamics and functions of power in creative and cultural sectors in South Africa.
Join us as we look at a day in the life of 5-year-old Nosipho to see what she eats and what we can do together to ensure she has access to good nutrition daily.
The African Centre for Cities, along with its hosting partners, convene the African Infrastructure Futures Conference from 21-23 November 2022, in Cape Town, South Africa.
ACC is delighted to host a panel discussion centred on the newly published What is Critical Urbanisms?. The panel discussion takes place on Tuesday, 27 September from 16:00 to 17:30 and will delve deeper into the book to unpack some of the debates and themes.
African Urban Futures explores processes of futuring that can advance traction for sustainable urban transitions, in African cities, among city leaders and decision-makers.
Community Engagement: A Practical Workbook for Local Government Practitioners, Wilmot Arendse and Mercy Brown-Luthango, aims to increase understanding constructive community engagement in informal settlements.
