Former Mayor of Nairobi and Kenya Urban Expansion Program Team Leader
His Worship Dr. Joseph Akech (Joe), the former Mayor of Nairobi (1999"“2001), is a renowned public servant and leader. During his tenure, he worked tirelessly to address urban challenges, focusing on infrastructure improvement, city ï¬nances, safety, and security. As Mayor, Dr. Akech spearheaded initiatives to enhance public amenities, promote social welfare, and improve the overall quality of life for Nairobi's residents. His leadership left a lasting legacy on the city's development. Beyond his political career, Dr. Akech remains actively engaged in community service, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the well-being of his constituents and the growth of Nairobi.
With urban populations surging, how can new cities scale infrastructure, services, and governance at an unprecedented pace? This session dives into the strategies that enable cities to absorb massive growth"”from modular urbanism and flexible zoning to AI-driven planning and decentralized governance models.