How African cities are becoming greener and more sustainable

To build a better, healthier future, cities must become greener and more sustainable.

In Africa, the FAO Green Cities Initiative supported 30 cities in their green transition where agriculture, forestry and agrifood systems are integrated into urban planning.

Piloted by municipalities, with the support of local governance mechanisms, the Initiative has led to positive results.

Let’s discover 6 green cities in action

Bambilor, Senegal, set up urban gardens managed by women's groups,
offering fresh and nutritious food, promoting healthy diets and
providing food to local school canteens.

Kigali, Rwanda, and Kisumu, Kenya, have been working to reduce and reuse food waste through awareness raising and training.

Mombasa, Kenya, has involved youth in urban greening through tree planting activities in schools, and urban farming lessons.

Quelimane, Mozambique, reforested mangroves, improved urban
agriculture, and ensured sustainable food distribution.

In Antananarivo, Madagascar, efforts have been made to encourage home
gardens, boosting home food security and nutrition.

The journey to transform the cities of the world has just begun.

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