Theme: SUSTAINABLE PARTNERSHIPS IN THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE VALUE CHAIN
Role of Shelter Afrique
Role of Shelter Afrique
As a Pan African Development Finance Institution, Shelter Afrique plays a crucial role in promoting col-
laborative partnerships for impact in the housing and built environment sector in Africa by convening
stakeholders, providing technical assistance, sharing best practices, and advocating for policy change to
enhance sustainable and inclusive housing development across the continent.
The symposium will catalyze enhanced collaboration and partnership in the housing and built environment
sector in Africa. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the event will facilitate dialogue, knowledge
sharing, and action planning to accelerate progress towards achieving sustainable and inclusive housing
for all in the Region.
Western Province of Rwanda
Shelter Afrique will leverage its mandate to facilitate the following aspects:
- What are the political, social, and economic strategies required to enhance Nigeria’s and largely Africa’s attainment of the affordable housing and urban development targets within the context of the 2030 SDGs and the Agenda 2063 of the African Union Commission?
- What measures need to be put in place to manage inflationary pressures and logistical challenges in the industry against the backdrop of the Post COVID pandemic and the effects of the Russia – Ukraine war?
- How can emerging technologies be enhanced and scaled for the benefit of the built environment industry?
- How can the emerging challenges of conflict-driven displacement and consequent rapid urbanisation be effectively managed?
- How can data management be better enhanced for achieving the housing and built environment objectives in the industry?
Key Focus Areas