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Halima holds a Bachelor of Laws Honors degree from Islamic University Uganda and is currently pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in legal practice at Law Development Center in Uganda, majoring in International Relations and Diplomacy.
She has previously worked as a legal consultant and researcher for Take A Child To School Uganda (TACTS) an NGO that coordinates both public and private efforts to eradicate illiteracy in Uganda and formulate policies and programs to sponsor free education to all as a way of ending poverty in developing countries.
She is passionate about human rights advocacy, good governance, and the interaction of nations and non-governmental organizations to pool resources to deal with global issues.
Introduction The defining story of the African continent in the twenty-first century is of rapid urbanization, with cities emerging as important centers of economic activity and social transformation. However, too often we hear only about the megacities of Africa, such as Lagos, Kinshasa, Addis Ababa,
Jon Vandenheuvel is obsessed. He is obsessed with affordability, auditability, and bankability. According to Jon, these three things are the keys to lifting developing economies out of poverty. This is no surprise, as he is the son of a minister and religious zeal seems to
Discover how Africa’s embrace of sustainable infrastructure, led by innovators like Leander Moons of Studio OMT Architects, is shaping a greener future. In this episode, we delve into the rising trend of mass timber construction, its potential impact on global sustainability, and the collaborative efforts
This paper explores how cities, particularly in the Global South, can tackle the challenges of climate change and rapid urbanization to become resilient centers of sustainable development. Focusing on the concept of charter cities—newly established urban areas with innovative governance—the paper discusses their potential to
In response to evolving global priorities and local challenges, our latest research paper, titled “Making Bad Urban Laws Better: Can the Urban Physician Replace the Urban Politician in Africa?” delves into the dynamic landscape of urban policy reform in Africa. Drawing from the Biden administration’s
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
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