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New Cities Summit

Reimagining Urban Futures: The New Cities Summit Sets the Stage in Nairobi

In a world undergoing rapid urban transformation, few events are as timely and influential as the New Cities Summit. Hosted by the Charter Cities Institute, this landmark summit is poised to gather the brightest minds shaping the next generation of urban life. Scheduled for June in Nairobi, Kenya, the summit promises to be a catalytic force in the redefinition of cities—not only across Africa, but globally.

The New Cities Summit is more than a conference; it is a high-level forum where ideas become initiatives and ambitions turn into action. With the theme “Transforming Ideas into Action, Across Africa & Beyond,” the summit offers an immersive experience for those committed to the creation, expansion, and revitalization of urban environments.

Why the New Cities Movement Matters

Cities have always been centers of opportunity, innovation, and human advancement. But today, urbanization presents both immense challenges and unprecedented possibilities. Across Africa, the rapid growth of urban populations is outpacing infrastructure development, leading to housing shortages, traffic congestion, and economic inefficiencies.

New cities—planned urban developments built from the ground up—offer a compelling alternative. These cities are not merely responses to demographic pressure; they are designed as models for sustainable, inclusive, and technologically advanced living. The New Cities Summit is at the forefront of this movement, promoting dialogue, partnerships, and real-world solutions.

Nairobi as the Perfect Host City

Nairobi is an ideal setting for the New Cities Summit. As one of Africa’s fastest-growing metropolises and a tech innovation hub often dubbed the “Silicon Savannah,” Nairobi embodies the entrepreneurial energy and developmental momentum the summit seeks to harness. Its unique blend of legacy infrastructure and forward-looking urban projects mirrors the summit's vision of transition and transformation.

Hosting over 400 delegates, including:

Urban planners and architects

Policy makers and government leaders

Real estate developers and infrastructure experts

Social entrepreneurs and technology innovators

Investors and global visionaries

the summit aims to spark meaningful conversations and collaborations that transcend borders and sectors.

Key Features of the New Cities Summit

Participants in the New Cities Summit can expect a diverse and dynamic program built around the most pressing issues in urban development. The event will be structured around the following key elements:

1. Summit Plenary Sessions

Engage with world-renowned thought leaders as they share keynote addresses, fireside chats, and big-picture insights on the future of cities.

2. Breakout Panels and Roundtables

Delve into targeted themes such as:

Financing models for new cities

Governance in charter cities

Smart city technology and data use

Affordable housing and inclusive design

3. Startup Pitches and Innovation Showcases

Discover the latest tools, technologies, and business models redefining urban living. Entrepreneurs and startup founders will present scalable solutions to urban problems.

4. Curated Networking Sessions

These one-on-one or small-group interactions are designed to catalyze partnerships and foster high-impact dialogue.

Turning Ideas Into Action: The Summit’s Driving Philosophy

At its heart, the New Cities Summit is driven by one core mission: to move beyond discussion into execution. Attendees won't just hear about theoretical frameworks; they’ll explore real-world case studies of cities that are already changing the game.

From Kigali’s digital governance to Nigeria’s Eko Atlantic project and Kenya’s Konza Technopolis, the summit highlights the tangible impact of well-conceived urban planning backed by public-private collaboration.

The summit empowers stakeholders to:

Learn from success stories across continents

Engage with new funding models for city-scale infrastructure

Contribute to policy recommendations and design frameworks

Build interdisciplinary teams for long-term projects

Who Should Attend the New Cities Summit?

Whether you are an investor looking for the next frontier, a policymaker shaping urban futures, or a builder looking for partners in sustainable construction, the New Cities Summit offers something of value.

Ideal attendees include:

Government officials and development agencies

Real estate and infrastructure investors

NGOs and civil society organizations

Academics and urban researchers

City leaders and municipal planners

This convergence of sectors and skill sets ensures that solutions proposed at the summit are not only visionary but implementable.

The Impact of New Cities on Africa’s Urban Future

Africa is expected to account for over 50% of global population growth by 2050, and much of that growth will be urban. Without planned responses, the result could be sprawling informal settlements with limited access to clean water, healthcare, or transportation. But with strategic investment and smart urban design, new cities can become engines of:

Economic diversification

Social cohesion

Environmental sustainability

Technological progress

The New Cities Summit presents a rare opportunity to get ahead of this curve, engaging in a conversation that is as urgent as it is inspiring.

A Summit of Purpose and Possibility

As the Charter Cities Institute prepares to host the New Cities Summit in Nairobi, it sends a clear message: the future of urban life is being built now, and Africa is not just part of that story—it is leading it. For those serious about urban innovation, this summit is not to be missed.

From transformative keynote sessions to hands-on working groups and cross-continental case studies, the New Cities Summit offers the tools, knowledge, and networks necessary to drive real change.

BUILDEXPO AFRICA - KENYA

Nairobi, el bullicioso corazón de África Oriental, acogerá la prestigiosa Buildexpo Kenya en el icónico Centro Internacional de Conferencias Kenyatta (KICC). Esta feria internacional anual, organizada por el Grupo Expo de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, es un referente para las industrias de la construcción, el diseño de interiores, el mobiliario y la iluminación de todo el continente.

Al celebrar su 18ª edición, Buildexpo Kenya continúa expandiendo su influencia, atrayendo a expositores y visitantes de más de 35 países. Este año promete ser el más grande hasta la fecha, con una impresionante variedad de más de 10 000 productos, maquinaria y equipos repartidos en más de 10 000 metros cuadrados de espacio de exposición. Desde innovaciones revolucionarias hasta soluciones probadas y verdaderas, el evento es un campo de juego para que los líderes de la industria y los recién llegados exploren, aprendan y se conecten.

En el corazón de Buildexpo Kenya se encuentra su compromiso de fomentar el crecimiento y la innovación en el sector de la construcción de África. La feria sirve como una plataforma vital para que los profesionales intercambien conocimientos, forjen asociaciones y exploren lucrativas oportunidades comerciales. Con un énfasis especial en el mercado africano, Buildexpo Kenya no solo muestra las últimas tendencias y tecnologías, sino que también cataliza los debates sobre el desarrollo sostenible y la mejora de la infraestructura en todo el continente.

Una de las características más destacadas de Buildexpo Kenya son sus diversos pabellones internacionales, que muestran las ofertas de los líderes mundiales en construcción y diseño. Desde la precisión de la ingeniería alemana hasta el toque artístico de la artesanía italiana, cada pabellón añade una dimensión única al evento, enriqueciendo el diálogo y ampliando los horizontes de los asistentes.

Además, Buildexpo Kenya no es solo un escaparate de productos; es un centro de innovación y colaboración. Los paneles y debates de expertos profundizan en los problemas más apremiantes de la industria, desde las prácticas de construcción sostenibles hasta la integración de tecnologías inteligentes. Estas sesiones no solo informan sino que inspiran, y allanan el camino para soluciones transformadoras que prometen dar forma al futuro de los paisajes urbanos de África.

Durante tres días emocionantes, Nairobi se convierte en el epicentro de la creatividad y el comercio, donde los visionarios se reúnen, las ideas convergen y las asociaciones florecen. Con la arquitectura moderna y las instalaciones de última generación del KICC como telón de fondo, Buildexpo Kenya promete una experiencia inmersiva que supera las expectativas. Ya sea que esté buscando descubrir innovaciones de vanguardia, forjar alianzas estratégicas o simplemente sumergirse en el pulso del renacimiento de la construcción en África, este evento es su puerta de entrada a posibilidades ilimitadas.

Mientras anticipamos la 19ª edición de Buildexpo Kenya, adoptemos el espíritu de innovación y colaboración que define a esta extraordinaria reunión. Juntos, trazemos el rumbo hacia un futuro en el que cada ladrillo colocado y cada idea compartida contribuyan a una África más próspera, sostenible y resiliente. Únase a nosotros en Buildexpo Kenya, donde el futuro de la construcción comienza hoy