University of Nairobi and UN-HABITAT Launch Center for Urban-Rural Linkages in Africa (CURLA)

The University of Nairobi (UoN) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) launched the Center for Urban-Rural Linkages in Africa (CURLA) on Friday, October 13, 2023. The center will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between urban and rural contexts, facilitating integrated and sustainable development.

Launch of The Centre for Urban - Rural Linkages in Africa

The University of Nairobi (UoN) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) will launch the Centre for Urban-Rural Linkages in Africa (CURLA) on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Chandaria Auditorium on the 6th floor of UoN Towers.

CURLA is a leading center of excellence in urban-rural linkages. Its mission is to help achieve development that is mutually beneficial for cities and rural areas, based on innovative urban and rural development, sustainable natural resource management, and supportive policies, legislation, and governance.