Kenya has underscored need for adequate housing noting that it is a fundamental human right, a cornerstone of dignity and a foundation for peace and prosperity yet millions around the world remain excluded.
Speaking Thursday, during the Second Session of the Open-Ended Intergovernmental Expert Working Group on Adequate Housing for All (OEWG-H2) held at the UN Complex in Gigiri, Permanent Representative of Kenya to the UN-Habitat, Amb. Nakhumicha Wafula, emphasized the need to champion multi-stakeholder financing models that leverage public, private, and philanthropic capital to bridge the housing gap.
She expressed appreciation to the Co-Chair, France, noting that that the two countries had demonstrated a shared commitment to advancing the Adequate Housing for All resolution.
The Permanent Representative further highlighted that under the leadership of President William Ruto, Kenya has taken a leading role on this agenda by hosting a High-Level Breakfast during the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly and signing a Call to Action alongside a group of Champions.
Amb. Wafula reaffirmed Kenya’s dedication to sustaining momentum on this critical agenda as the country prepares to hand over the Chairship to Azerbaijan and Somalia.
At the same time, on the sidelines of the event, she hosted the leadership of the County Assemblies Forum (CAF) and held discussions on strengthening collaboration to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of county assemblies in advancing good governance and service delivery.
The meeting also underscored the vitality of such partnerships in advancing the realization of Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11), which seeks to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
