City Planning Africa

This episode is done in collaboration with podcastthon. This is an organisation that brings together various podcasters to speak on an issue they are passionate about for charity and my topic of choice is waste management and how we can end this by just separating our waste at the Source! Waste hurts the environment negatively and how I wish we can have a positive attitude to curb this problem rather than corruption and unwillingness to break the status quo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve into the benefits of forests and how they help us curb this menace of Climate change. What can be done to conserve our forests from encroachement and protect the resource for future generations?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

The effects of climate change are being felt the world over. This week Nairobi City experienced floods hitting a high rainfall of 160mm that turned catastrophic. 47 people died and property was destroyed. What does urban planning have to do with the disaster and what can be done to ensure we do experience this ever again. Can we build climate resilient Infrastructure? Can we reclaim our natural spaces like Karura and parks to act as carbon sinks ? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

The National Infrastructure Fund is being created by the Government of Kenya as an alternative to the normal financing solutions to build Infrastructure such as roads, airports, pipelines and electricity. On this episode I help demystify some myths on the Fund and the politics shrouding its implementation. Is it a good proposal? Can it work in Kenya ? What are the pros and cons?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I explore the essence of EIA as a tool that protects the environment from development proposals. In development we do construction works, destroy habitats, do excavations, displace flora and fauna , what is the much that we are doing to give back to the environment and the society? Is EIA being effective in Kenya and the environment? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I share my experience as one of the award winners in the AFEW GIRAFFE CENTRE TERTIARY ENVIRONMENTAL ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION 2025. As a reward we were taken on a one week field excursion to the Coast of Kenya. We experienced the SGR, Fort Jesus, Shimba Hills, Sheldrick Falls, Arabuko Sokoke forest, Mida Creek and the Bamburi Haller Park. In the episode I share what I learnt in all the places and whether they are worth visiting. Congratulations to all the winners and keep shining in your conservation efforts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

This refers to a scenario whare the marginalized groups are given power or are used wrongly to achieve a certain purpose in the society. Its a situation where the populace has to beg or be in support of the Government to gain development. How does this mess up our development? Listen in to learn more . regards.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

What happens to the property of the deceased after he leaves ? Who makes decisions as pertaining to the property? What is the process of making a formal request to administer the property? Listen in to this episode on land succession to learn more , enjoy .Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve into the professionals in the built environment and their roles in shaping the spaces we reside in or use on a regular.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

Do you know if you don't do your due diligence you might end up paying much more to acquire your parcel of land simply because you didn't bother to request for a title or proof of ownership? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

I share my experience as a land surveyor, what equipment do we use in Kenya? What laws guide the conduct of surveyors? Who is supposed to do land survey ? What is land survey? What principles guide land survey ? Is land survey a lucrative career in Kenya ? What is the mandate of the Institute of Surveyors of Kenya ?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

With an increase in population, there is a reduction in spaces for Development.More often than not, we encroach into wildlife areas and range lands for human activities like agriculture, growth of town and in search of pastures and game food. Sadly we come across this wildlife in their homes and harm them.What are the impacts and causes of human wildlife conflict? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

Besides planning for our cities and towns we need to plan for our rural populace. 60 percent of the African population resides in our rural areas, the people need basic services like roads, water, electricity, hospitals, schools and that is only possible if we plan for our rural areas as well, listen in and share to learn about our African rural development.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve onto the state of our African land rights. What are some of the challenges we face with ascertaining our land rights for instance gender discrimination, land grabbing, land degradation and Transparency and accountability. What can we learn from our African and European countries on land issues and systems like digitising our records? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I covered a topic that I am so passionate about, where are our open spaces ? Open spaces include parks, recreation areas and community spaces for ecological and recreation needs. Why are they diminishing? Who is occupying our Open spaces and why are they not held accountable? Is economic and political development superior to social and environmental well being ? What are the proposed statistics on required open spaces?Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

Imagine waking up one fine day and an Environmental pollution affects your life forever! Respiratory issues, deaths, liver issues, skin inflammations, loss of habitats and aquatic lives, agriculture, literally everything changes... think of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Nairobi River pollution, that is what the residents of Makueni have gone through the KENYA PIPELINE COMPANY oil spill saga when their pipes burst, listen in to learn the effects.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

As we celebrate katiba day, 15 years since the Constitution of Kenya 2010 was promulgated, what is the state of our devolution? What are some of the hits and misses ? What can we do better to enhance County Governance ? Share your feedback via 0715663878 [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve into how the women are affected by the ravaging effects of climate change and the role they themselves play in degrading our environment. What critical role do our women have in the Climate action? Listen in to learn more. Share your thoughts and feedback via email @ [email protected] +254715663879Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I discuss the planning and environmental issues that come with the approval of single room designs in our spatial areas and plausible remedies to the challenges . You can share your feedback directly to me @[email protected] +254715663879Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I focus on how we can have inclusive planning by ensuring the women, youth, children and the disabled are a part of our planning processes. What happens when they are left out in the planning of our spaces? Listen in to learn more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

Did you know the Government can take your private land to do development? Well according to the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the Land Act 2012 the Government can exactly do that as long as you are duly compensated and its for public interest/purpose, listen in to learn more You can share your feedback [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I propose some of the ways we can make agriculture succeed in Africa. I demystify the concept of agriculture not being cool/palatable to many. What role do urban planners have in our agriculture? You can reach me @[email protected] I am a land surveyor,an urban planner and environmental enthusiast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve into the benefits of green buildings to the environment and the people. How can we convert the grey buildings to greener buildings? To develop we have to hurt the environment but to what extent are we revitalising or restoring our spaces to their original state? Listen in to learn more You can reach out to me @[email protected] I am an urban planner, land surveyor and environmental enthusiast. RegardsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

Did you know if you stay on a parcel of Land continuously for a specified period you could seek legal possession of that parcel of land? On this episode I describe scenarios under which adverse possession comes to effect and when it ceases to exist. What is the difference between ownership and possession? Listen in to learn more on adverse possessionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I delve into the role of public participation or stakeholders involvement in development. I share my experience as an urban planner and environmental expert on public participation in development. Why we do public participation and is it really a mere concept/fallacy or is it truly a reality in our development?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On today's episode I dive into the role politics plays in urban development. How best can we ensure good politics, policies and laws are used well in ensuring inclusive development? Is it possible to separate our politics from our development or it just is a fallacy ?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.

On this episode I discuss the description of land law,major sources and classes of land law and why do we need land law ?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/city-planning-africa--6619139/support.