WOBO, as part of its role within UN Habitat, is pleased to report on the World Urban Forum 12.
WUF12 kicked off in Cairo with record-breaking attendance!
Over 37,000 participants are gathering under the theme “It all starts at home: Local actions for sustainable cities and communities” to explore community-led solutions for global challenges like housing, climate resilience, and essential services. With diverse voices setting the stage, and the Urban Expo now open, it’s set to be a transformative week! Read more
Watch the Opening! Watch here
Day 2 at WUF12: Housing, Climate Action, and a Vision for the Future
Housing and climate took centre stage as UN-Habitat launched the World Cities Report 2024, offering a “map of the way forward” for sustainable urbanization. Through dialogues, roundtables, zero-waste initiatives, and youth-led projects, today showcased the powerful potential of community-driven urban solutions – and how all circles of society can contribute to local action. Read more
Daily coverage of the World Urban Forum by IISD
IISD continues its in-depth coverage of WUF12, capturing the energy of Day 2 in Cairo. From the Ministerial Roundtable, where leaders reaffirmed support for the SDGs and New Urban Agenda, to dynamic, interactive sessions on inclusive urban spaces, IISD offers fresh insights into this global forum’s key discussions. Don’t miss their latest report! Read more
World Cities Report 2024 Read here
Collaboration takes centre stage on Day 3 of WUF12
The day’s sessions focused on collaboration as a driver for localizing the SDGs, exploring how local governments bridge global agendas with community needs and emphasising partnerships, financing, and knowledge sharing. Reflections from UN-Habitat’s past and present Executive Directors on the New Urban Agenda spotlighted progress and future goals. Catch the highlights to hear diverse strategies for building sustainable, inclusive urban spaces! Read more
Daily coverage of the World Urban Forum by IISD
IISD’s Day 3 coverage of WUF12 spotlights key discussions on partnerships for social inclusion, unlocking local financing for urban projects, and the role of G7 countries in sustainable city development. The report also delves into how cities hosting major events can plan for long-term impacts. Don’t miss their insights! Read more