Future Cities Africa podcast
Future Cities Africa hosts discussions with thought leaders and experts at the forefront of major trends, projects, innovations, challenges and opportunities impacting the future of African Cities. Major drivers such as rapid urbanisation, health crisis, climate change, inadequate infrastructure, technology advancement and more are creating an urgent need for African Cities to become sustainable, livable and workable. New ways of thinking about governance, funding, mobility, urban planning and design, construction and implementation of projects coupled with major advancements in technology like 5G, blockchain, artificial intelligence, the internet of things, data science, machine learning, renewable energy and more give promise of an uncertain but exciting future. To learn and stay at the forefront of trends, projects, innovations, challenges and opportunities impacting what future African Cities will look likesSubscribe to stay informed.
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Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 4
04/19/2024
Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 4
It is possible to overcome the energy crisis in South Africa and build a sustainable energy future. Solutions do exist and some are leading the way. In this episode we first look at how Msunduzi Municipality is dealing with the energy crisis whereafter we take a broad look at the Transformation of the Electricity Supply Industry in South Africa. * Presented by Enpower Trading The South African landscape and Electricity Supply Industry is changing rapidly, and as the market evolves, the incentive for municipalities to procure their own power becomes more evident. Decarbonisation owing to climate change, is a key motivation to transition to green energy but as electricity costs accelerate and loadshedding increases, municipalities are forced to ‘future-proof’ their strategies in order to provide access to affordable, sustainable energy for all. Show guests: Cyncol Sibiya, Msunduzi Municipality James Beatty, Chief Executive Officer at Enpower Trading Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Unpacking the 2024 Governance Performance Index: Challenges and Triumphs in RSA Municipalities
04/17/2024
Unpacking the 2024 Governance Performance Index: Challenges and Triumphs in RSA Municipalities
In this Future Cities Africa episode we explore the findings from Good Governance Africa's 2024 Governance Performance Index, examining local governance across South Africa’s 257 municipalities. We discuss the effects of political instability on service delivery and leadership, the disparities in citizen satisfaction, and what can be done to improve municipal performance. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Exploring the Waste Opportunity in the Western Cape and Bellville
12/11/2023
Exploring the Waste Opportunity in the Western Cape and Bellville
Effective waste management is crucial for preserving the environment and public health by minimizing pollution, preventing the spread of diseases, and conserving natural resources. It contributes to sustainable practices, reducing the overall ecological footprint and promoting a healthier, more resilient planet for future generations. Presented in collaboration with The Greater Tygerberg Partnership, this Future Cities Africa episode is with Saliem Haider, Director of Waste Management at the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning at the Western Cape Government and Candice Mostert, Founder and Director of Waste-ED. We unravel the challenges, solutions, and the role of government and businesses in fostering efficient waste management practices. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Key Considerations For Financiers Partnering With Municipalities On Wastewater Treatment Works Energy Projects
10/13/2023
Key Considerations For Financiers Partnering With Municipalities On Wastewater Treatment Works Energy Projects
Raldo Kruger, Technical Specialist for Green Finance and the Water Sector at GreenCape explains key financial investment opportunities, expected returns on investment, successful financing, due diligence measures, state-level incentives and the current state of municipal readiness to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in municipal Wastewater Treatment Works. Overview: is a non-profit organisation that drives the widespread adoption of economically viable green economy solutions from South Africa. They are working on a multi-stakeholder project with the financial support of the , implemented and managed by | United Nations Industrial Development Organization, focused on pipeline development to deploy clean energy technology solutions in municipal wastewater treatment works of South Africa, providing readiness activities for the Green Climate Fund. Ultimately this project aims to support the utilisation of climate finance in the municipal Wastewater Treatment Works space, where Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy applications can assist. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Technologies For Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy Projects In Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works
10/13/2023
Technologies For Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy Projects In Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works
Jane Reddick, Programme Manager for Water & Agriculture at GreenCape explains the energy-intensive processes, proven technologies, considerations for successful implementation and the business case for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works. Overview: is a non-profit organisation that drives the widespread adoption of economically viable green economy solutions from South Africa. They are working on a multi-stakeholder project with the financial support of the , implemented and managed by | United Nations Industrial Development Organization, focused on pipeline development to deploy clean energy technology solutions in municipal wastewater treatment works of South Africa, providing readiness activities for the Green Climate Fund. Ultimately this project aims to support the utilisation of climate finance in the municipal Wastewater Treatment Works space, where Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy applications can assist. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy Due Diligence In Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works
10/12/2023
Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy Due Diligence In Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works
Ashton Mpofu, Expert Analyst for Water at GreenCape explains current municipal regulations, successful municipal projects, primary challenges, assessing economic feasibility, financing opportunities, and more relating to Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy applications in Municipal Wastewater Treatment Works. is a non-profit organisation that drives the widespread adoption of economically viable green economy solutions from South Africa. They are working on a multi-stakeholder project with the financial support of the , implemented and managed by | United Nations Industrial Development Organization, focused on pipeline development to deploy clean energy technology solutions in municipal wastewater treatment works of South Africa, providing readiness activities for the Green Climate Fund. Ultimately this project aims to support the utilisation of climate finance in the municipal Wastewater Treatment Works space, where Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy applications can assist. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Cape Agulhas Municipality
10/12/2023
Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Cape Agulhas Municipality
Executive Mayor Paul Swart of Cape Agulhas Municipality shares the key elements to their success. From innovative technological advancements and digitisation strategies to fostering private sector collaboration, we explore how the municipality is actively working towards a growing and sustainable economy, addressing social challenges, and enhancing the quality of life in the municipality. Presented in collaboration with Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Mossel Bay Municipality
09/28/2023
Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Mossel Bay Municipality
Presented in collaboration with Business Engineering. The Mossel Bay Local Municipality in South Africa has a great track record for its service to the community. It has in the past been named South Africa's most financially sustainable municipality. It has also been reported that Mossel Bay is the number one destination in the Western Cape for South Africans semigrating. Executive Mayor Dirk Kotzé of Mossel Bay Local Municipality discusses their commitment to digitisation, social equity, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity. From innovative technological advancements and digitisation strategies to fostering private sector collaboration and ensuring resilient supply chains, we explore how the municipality is positioning itself for success in the face of challenges and opportunities. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 3
09/14/2023
Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 3
It is possible to overcome the energy crisis in South Africa and build a sustainable energy future. Solutions do exist and some are leading the way. In this episode we first look at how the City of Ekurhuleni is dealing with the energy crisis whereafter we take a broader look at the Transformation of the Electricity Supply Industry in South Africa. Presented by The South African landscape and Electricity Supply Industry is changing rapidly, and as the market evolves, the incentive for municipalities to procure their own power becomes more evident. Decarbonisation owing to climate change, is a key motivation to transition to green energy but as electricity costs accelerate and loadshedding increases, municipalities are forced to ‘future-proof’ their strategies in order to provide access to affordable, sustainable energy for all. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: City of Cape Town
09/01/2023
Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: City of Cape Town
The South African landscape and Electricity Supply Industry is changing rapidly, and as the market evolves, the incentive for municipalities to procure their own power becomes more evident. Decarbonisation owing to climate change, is a key motivation to transition to green energy but as electricity costs accelerate and loadshedding increases, municipalities are forced to ‘future-proof’ their strategies in order to provide access to affordable, sustainable energy for all. It is possible to overcome the energy crisis in South Africa and build a sustainable energy future. Solutions do exist and some are leading the way. In this episode we first look at how the City of Cape Town is dealing with the energy crisis whereafter we take a broader look at the Transformation of the Electricity Supply Industry in South Africa. Guests: Kadri Nassiep, Executive Director for Energy at City of Cape Town James Beatty, Chief Executive Officer at Enpower Trading Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Digital Transformation In Local Government: A New Perspective
08/23/2023
Digital Transformation In Local Government: A New Perspective
Digital transformation is revolutionizing the public sector, enhancing services, increasing efficiency, and fostering citizen engagement, ultimately shaping smarter and more connected communities. Business Engineering is a leading consultancy on public sector strategy and transformation, in both local and national environments. We explore who they are, how they think strategically to solve complex problems faced by the public sector, a new perspective on digital transformation in local government, and much more. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Overstrand Municipality
08/18/2023
Building A Resilient And Inclusive Future: Initiatives And Strategies At Overstrand Municipality
Presented in collaboration with Listen or watch to explore: The Overstrand Local Municipality in South Africa has been an Overall winner in the The Best Municipality Category which recognises a municipality that demonstrates commitment to citizen-centeredness, service-delivery excellence and good governance principles. Executive Mayor Ald Annelie Rabie of Overstrand Municipality discuss their commitment to social equity, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity. From innovative technological advancements and digitisation strategies to fostering private sector collaboration and ensuring resilient supply chains, we explore how the municipality is positioning itself for success in the face of challenges and opportunities. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter:
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Navigating the Complex Landscape of Compliance and Innovation in the Public Sector
07/24/2023
Navigating the Complex Landscape of Compliance and Innovation in the Public Sector
Dr Botshabelo Maja is Deputy Director-General at the National School of Government in SA. We explore ways of navigating the complex landscape of compliance and innovation in the public sector. Listen or watch to explore: The biggest challenges facing public servants in complying with established legislation, regulations, and systems while also exercising proper discretion and innovation in solving routine and complex delivery problems at the local government level. Strategies that can be implemented to address these challenges and ensure that public servants are able to balance compliance with innovation and discretion in their work. The role training and education play in ensuring that public servants are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to comply with established legislation and regulations while also being able to exercise discretion and innovation in their work. His vision for the future of public service delivery in South Africa, and how we can ensure that public servants are able to navigate the complex landscape of compliance and innovation to deliver the best possible outcomes for citizens. Join the Future Cities Africa Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/ikZ-Uz
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The Benefit Of Urban Renewal Campaigns: A Bellville Case Study
06/30/2023
The Benefit Of Urban Renewal Campaigns: A Bellville Case Study
Ald James Vos is Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth in the City of Cape Town. We explore the better. bellville. together. campaign, a City-funded place-making and economic development initiative. Presented in collaboration with Listen or watch to explore: The City of Cape Town’s vision for the Bellville CBD. The catalyst that galvanised support for the Better Bellville Together Campaign. Why this campaign has been launched now. How the public and private sector can collaborate, with a specific focus on public-private partnerships. How this campaign for Bellville can be used across the rest of Cape Town. How the Better Bellville campaign has begun to show tangible renewal in this important city node. How to take this successful approach to other areas across the city that need the same commitment to urban renewal?
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Empowering Local Government: Challenges, Innovations, and Youth Engagement
06/21/2023
Empowering Local Government: Challenges, Innovations, and Youth Engagement
Prof Zwelinzima Ndevu is Director of the School of Public Leadership (SPL) at Stellenbosch University. We explore the most pressing challenges facing local government, advancements in technology and its impacts, advice to young professionals who aspire to make a difference in local government, and much more. Listen or watch to explore: What inspired him to pursue a career in public administration and how his journey has been so far. The most pressing challenges facing local government in South Africa, and how can they be addressed. The most effective ways to promote transparency and accountability in public administration. How advancements in technology, such as the rise of artificial intelligence and big data, are impacting the field of public administration and local government. Advice to young professionals who aspire to make a difference in public administration and local government. Success stories and initiatives that he has spearheaded in his career, and how they have contributed to improving public administration and local government in South Africa. How they compare to other schools of government on a global scale. Join Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/ikZ-Uz
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Building Healthy Communities - One PPP at a Time: The Tygerberg Hospital Story
06/07/2023
Building Healthy Communities - One PPP at a Time: The Tygerberg Hospital Story
The redevelopment of Tygerberg Hospital has long been envisaged to improve infrastructure for the people of the Western Cape. Thorpe Koorts explains how maximising public-private partnerships can rebuild health infrastructure, the importance of collaboration between stakeholders, future socio-economic benefits for the broader community, and much more. Presented in collaboration with The Greater Tygerberg Partnership. Listen or watch to explore: Guest: Thorpe Koorts, Acting Project Officer for the Tygerberg Central Hospital PPP in the Department of Health & Wellness at the Western Cape Government. Brief overview of the Tygerberg hospital redevelopment project. The thinking around the project and how PPPs like this benefit major projects. The challenges around progress in a project of this scale, despite the clear urgency from a healthcare perspective. The importance of collaboration between stakeholders including the three spheres of government, the private sector and civil society organisations like the Greater Tygerberg Partnership. The future socio-economic benefits for the broader community around the hospital. Visit: https://futurecitiesafrica.com/all-future-cities-africa-podcasts.php
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Local Government Observations: The Taste Of Pudding Is In The Eating
06/05/2023
Local Government Observations: The Taste Of Pudding Is In The Eating
Dr Vuyiwe Tsako is a Local Government Expert with a sound knowledge of administration. We discuss the need to redefine local government culture, key challenges, if true relationships really matter, and much more. Listen or watch to explore: An assessment of the current state of local government in South Africa, particularly in terms of leadership. The biggest challenges facing local government today, and how these challenges impact leadership at the local level. Opportunities for improvement, particularly in terms of leadership and governance. Specific steps to address these challenges facing local government in South Africa. How local government leaders can work collaboratively with other stakeholders, such as civil society organizations, to improve governance and service delivery at the local level. The role citizens must play in improving local government, and what they can do to hold their local leaders accountable and promote positive change in their communities. Visit: https://futurecitiesafrica.com/all-future-cities-africa-podcasts.php
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Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 1
04/20/2023
Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 1
It is possible to overcome the energy crisis in South Africa and build a sustainable energy future. Solutions do exist and some are leading the way. In this episode we first look at how George is dealing with the energy crisis whereafter we take a broad look at the Transformation of the Electricity Supply Industry in South Africa. Addressing the Energy Crisis in South Africa: Episode 1 Presented by South Africa is in the midst of a landmark power crisis which has resulted in devastating short-term and long-term effects on South Africa’s economy and its people. With increased loadshedding and the rising and crippling cost of electricity, municipalities play an integral role in helping to resolve the energy crisis by providing alternative, innovative solutions to allow the South African Electricity Supply Industry and the their economies to regain lost ground and hopefully, put the country on a path to accelerated economic growth. Featured in this episode: Alderman Leon Van Wyk, Executive Mayor at George Municipality Bongani Mandla, Director of Electrotechnical Services at George Municipality.James Beatty, Chief Executive Officer at Enpower Trading. Listen or watch to understand and explore: What prompted George Municipality to look at alternative energy sources as a possible solution. The strategy to implement these alternatives. ‘Frameworks’ George Municipality has put in place to ensure the grid is open and accessible. If the municipality sees increased competition as a threat. How the municipality plans to retain revenue or increase revenue if competition is increasing. The benefits an open market will have to the customer and how this impact the broader community and drive local economic development. The technical challenges as well as policy, legal and regulatory reforms required to make wheeling possible. What success will look like over the next few years in dealing with energy crisis in George. The role Enpower Trading will play in the transformation of the Electricity Supply Industry. The value the trader brings in trying to accelerate new generation capacity onto the national and municipal grids. The concept of Grid-centric vs. Energy Centric and the misconceptions surrounding wheeling. How can ensure that municipalities don’t lose money. How municipalities should go about “future-proofing” their services to allow for local economic development.
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Visionary Leader Show: Zunaid Khan
03/30/2023
Visionary Leader Show: Zunaid Khan
Visionary Leadership is crucial to the sustainable growth of our cities and businesses as responsible leadership affects both the present and the future. This episode explores: The key characteristics of a visionary leader. What our leaders are not getting right when leading their municipalities and organisations, what needs to change and how change can happen. The focus of a leader in the Administration, especially in turbulent times. How he manages the complexity of his daily responsibilities and how he prioritises what is done first. He he will define his success. Visit: www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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Improving City Service Delivery and Governance in Zambia
03/30/2023
Improving City Service Delivery and Governance in Zambia
Dr. Hanson Chishimba is a Researcher and Lecturer of Development Economics at the University of Zambia. I holds a phd in Governance with specialisation in Public Finance. Hanson is also the author of the book. Equalisation Transfers and Service Delivery in Local Authorities in Zambia. This episode dives into Improving City Service Delivery and Governance in Zambia. How national and city managers are trying to overcome the challenges of inadequate service delivery which is largely attributed to inadequate technical, administrative and financial capacities of cities.
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Bright Young Minds: Chuma Mbambo
03/30/2023
Bright Young Minds: Chuma Mbambo
Young peoples' experiences, ideas, choices and preferences help shape the future of cities. Chuma Mbambo is an Urban Planner with experience working at the SA Cities Network, as a Smart Cities Research Consultant for The World Bank, and more. She has a Masters Degree in Urban Management and Development, which specialised in Infrastructure and Smart Cities. Chuma believes that the interventions required to spatially and economically transform South African Human Settlements, particularly, previously disadvantaged black township areas, lie in the hands of their youth.
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Policy Design and Valuation, Investable Cities, The Digital Revolution, Afcfta, and more
03/30/2023
Policy Design and Valuation, Investable Cities, The Digital Revolution, Afcfta, and more
Yash Ramkolowan is Managing Director at DNA Economics. We explore key challenges and solutions to policy design and valuation, emerging disruptors and opportunities, the digital revolution, how to make cities more ‘investable’, how municipalities can stay relevant in the future, the current status of AfCFTA and much more. Visit
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Improving Informal Settlements in Kibera.
03/30/2023
Improving Informal Settlements in Kibera.
Regina Opondo is Senior Community Principal at Kounkuey Design Initiative (KDI) in Kenya, and part of an exciting team of urban designers and action researchers who have worked on some exciting community-driven urban interventions across Nairobi and other cities. This episode explores interesting and exciting urban interventions, like Kibera, that are happening in Kenya and revitalising green spaces in Nairobi's informal settlements.
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Move Africa: Sasheen Rajkumar
01/31/2023
Move Africa: Sasheen Rajkumar
Towards sustainable and smart mobility this episode of the MOVE Africa show is with Sasheen Rajkumar. He is a SANRAL project manager, engineer, creative problem solver, big-picture thinker, and futurist that actively thinks about solving local and global problems. Listen or watch to explore: His definition of smart mobility and the key elements of smart mobility. Biggest challenges currently holding back progress in enabling smarter, sustainable mobility. How these challenges can be addressed right now. Innovative thinking at SANRAL. Key projects and future thinking. The important of industry collaboration and how to enable more of it. How actual behavioural change can happen. Fresh thinking and new approaches currently 'in progress' to keep cities accessible without compromising residents' quality of life or the environment. Emerging technologies that will disrupt the industry and cities. When and how the impacts of these emerging technologies will be seen in our daily lives. His vision for the future of cities and how we can make it happen. Visit www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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Bright Youngs Minds: Phila Lubisi
01/31/2023
Bright Youngs Minds: Phila Lubisi
Phila Lubisi is an ambitious young professional with a great passion for young people. He is currently a Key Account Manager at Altron Karabinna. Listen or watch to explore: Overview of his career and role at Altron Karabina and why it is important. His experience in peer to peer mentorship and how it is beneficial. Key takeaways from Govtech 2022. Progress being made. The main challenges to digitization in the public sector and what is still slowing down progress. His approach to continues learning and staying relevant. How young people can remain hopeful. How he make sense of what is going on in South Africa and the world. His vision for our future cities, and how to make it happen. Visit www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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What Africa's City Brand and Investment Profiles Tell Us About its Urban Future
01/31/2023
What Africa's City Brand and Investment Profiles Tell Us About its Urban Future
Peter Griffiths is a Global Urban Futures Expert who helps people see and imagine cities differently. In this Master Class on city branding we dive into why brand is so critically important and how to leverage it for maximum impact, how brand impacts people’s lives, African cities to be treated as peers internationally, and so much more. Listen or watch to explore: Why we should think about brand when cities already have so many other challenges to solve. Science and data to prove that brand really matters for cities. The fascinating correlation between city ‘mentions’ and GDP. Exactly how brand impacts on people's lives. The South African Cities Network (SACN) city branding toolkit and further recommendations. What cities and towns can be doing more of when promoting themselves and how to think strategically. How Paris and London partnered to increase footfall by 10%. Impact of the pandemic on city branding. How cities can stay relevant given new forms of competition arising that can drive people out of cities. Asking how your city is likely to be seen from the outside when people learn about it for the first time. What African cities learn from other parts of the world. Why African cities should be seen as peers internationally. Advice for African cities that want to elevate their brand with more impact. His vision for the future of cities. Visit www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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Greenlining, Georgism, Liveable Cities, and more Trends for 2023
01/31/2023
Greenlining, Georgism, Liveable Cities, and more Trends for 2023
Bronwyn WIlliams is an Economist, Trend Analyst, Futurist and Partner at Flux Trends. She shares the key trends that will impact cities, businesses, and citizens in 2023. We dive into Greenlining, Georgism, Liveable cities, the future of technology and cities, and more trends for 2023. Listen or watch to explore: Greenlining: What it is and its potential impacts. The reappearance of an ideology called Georgism. New ideas around how we value things. The perfect wealth tax. Liveable cities and how we can extend the conversation. How the liveable city concept apply to townships or informal settlements. References to the work of Jane Jacobs. Trends around the future of technology and cities. (AI, ChatGPT, and more) How governments will use the Metaverse to have citizens engage with them and improve services. How technology and AI will be integrated into our lives in a positive way. 1 thing she believes will happen this year that many people don’t want to happen. The Future Starts Here in Africa: A first of its kind Innovation Tour for 2023, by Flux Trends. Visit www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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eThekwini on Creating Data Driven, Smart, Liveable and Caring Cities
11/30/2022
eThekwini on Creating Data Driven, Smart, Liveable and Caring Cities
Sandile Mbatha is a Senior Manager responsible for Research and Policy Advocacy in eThekwini Municipality. We discuss how eThekwini is creating data driven, smart, liveable and caring cities. Listen or watch to explore: His career and background. How he defines a ‘Smart City’ in the African context. Why data is important for Smart Cities and how it should be used. How to make sense of large amounts of complex data. Challenges keeping us from data driven, liveable and caring cities. How these challenges can be tackled. Innovative Smart City projects at eThekwini Municipality. Lessons learned from international experiences. How a bit of intellectual arrogance can help you move forward. His vision for the future of cities. Visit: www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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Urban Designers Towards Healthy Cities
11/30/2022
Urban Designers Towards Healthy Cities
Jennifer Mirembe is Chair: Education Committee at the Urban Design Institute of South Africa. We discuss: Urban designers towards healthy cities. Listen or watch to explore: About the Urban Design Institute of South Africa. What is meant by ‘Healthy Cities’. What are currently making our cities unhealthy. How current challenges can be addressed. Cities currently getting it right with regards to moving toward a healthier city. The important link between urban design and public health. The importance of good urban design in South African Cities. Her vision for the future of cities and how we can get there. Visit: www.futurecitiesafrica.com
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The Future of Doing Business in Africa
11/30/2022
The Future of Doing Business in Africa
Michael Gamwo is Head of the Africa at Wesgro. In episode 7 of the 10 episode Wesgro Series on Future Cities Africa we discuss: The Future of Doing Business in Africa Listen or watch to explore: Overview of his role at Wesgro and why it is important The future of ‘ doing’ business in Africa Key opportunities and challenges with regards to doing business Africa Global trends in terms of interest in the African economy The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) opportunities and challenges The Western Cape’s competitive advantage when it comes to doing business in Africa and future proofing it. Visit. www futurecitiesafrica.com
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