16:30 - 18:30 Uhr CET: Urban Poverty and Living Conditions: Limiting COVID-19 Impacts in Densely Populated Backyard Rental Areas

In all large sub-Saharan African cities, backyard rentals are one of the most widespread forms of shelter provision. This session will offer an opportunity for local government professionals to exchange experiences on the impact of COVID-19 on densely populated informal housing. What measures have already been successfully implemented to tackle the pandemic in these areas? Examples and experiences from Spain, Zambia and South Africa will be presented and discussed.

Our speakers:

• Jorge Rodriguez Nieto, Partner CEO, Innovation, Barcelona, Spain
• Danny Chibinda, Director of Housing and Social Services, Lusaka City Council, Zambia
• Justice Matarutse, Program Manager, Durban City Council, South Africa
• David Gardner, International Urban Development Consultant, South Africa

Moderation: Vani Moodley

You are cordially invited to our virtual global exchange of experiences! The participation is free of charge. However, registration is required.

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