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A New Data-Driven and Sustainable Approach to Housing in Botswana:
A New Data-Driven and Sustainable Approach to Housing in Botswana:
In 2020, Empowered Earth Alliance began a partnership with the Department of Housing in Botswana with the strategic goal to design and integate inclusive slum upgrading and prevention policies, efficient public transportation system and land value capture strategies at city and national level.
Objectives:
Map current formal and informal structures, water and electricity provisions to reduce slums and meet goals of UN SDG 11 (Sustainable Urban Development).
Develop sustainable transport plans to reduce congestion and improve accessibility.
Create sustainable zoning maps following land assessment.
Develop better air quality monitoring in Gabarone and Francistown to measure PM 2.5/10 and GHG emissions.
Develop a climate resilience / preparedness strategy.
TESTIMONIALS
EEA partner, Ms. Setoboli summarized our progress as follows:
A significant shift towards evidence-based planning led to the inclusion of the Housing system in the National Development Plan, addressing data gaps and linking to local authorities.
The Housing Policy is under review, aligning with the Administration's priorities, with data management, monitoring, and evaluation as key foci.
The drones project, has not had its data analyzed and requires re-engagement to understand the issue and build capacity.
Stakeholder engagement has strengthened. A strong team has been built.
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