Mr. Con Omore Osendo is a governance, political economy and public policy expert and practitioner with 20 years post graduate experience. He has worked with and consulted for NGOs, Diplomatic Missions, Government and Private Sector. He has served in leadership positions in the Anglican Church and provided volunteer technical advice on policy issues affecting the church to a broad range of faith-based leaders and institutions.
Private cities"”urban areas developed and managed by private entities"”are emerging as innovative responses to the challenges of rapid urbanization, especially in regions where public infrastructure development lags behind population growth. This panel will explore the motivations behind the creation of private cities, their governance structures, and their impact on economic development and social equity. Drawing on global examples, we'll examine how private cities operate, the roles they play in national development strategies, and the lessons they offer for future urban planning initiatives.