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If Trees in Nairobi Could Talk, Here’s What They Would Tell You
On a hot day in Nairobi, the difference is immediate. The difference between a shaded street…and one without trees. One…
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How Uhuru Park Almost Disappeared in 1989
In 1989, Uhuru Park was almost replaced by a major development. Not reduced.Not slightly altered. Replaced. A large commercial complex…
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Why Beauty Matters More Than People Think in Public Spaces
When people hear the word beautification, it is often dismissed. As decoration.As something optional.As something that comes after the “real…
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What This Small Feature in Dandora Reveals About How Nairobi Can Handle Rainwater
At Dandora Community Park, a new feature has recently been completed. It doesn’t stand out immediately. There are no bright…
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Why People Don’t Care About Public Spaces — And What Actually Changes That
It is easy to assume that if a public space is improved, people will automatically take care of it. Cleaner…
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What Most Public Space Projects That Fail Have in Common
Most public space projects don’t fail because of poor design. They don’t fail because the materials were wrong.Or because construction…
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How to Make People Care Enough to Protect a Public Space
When a new public space is built, protection is often thought of in physical terms. Fences.Security.Rules. But over time, it…
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In Some Parts of Nairobi Getting a Child to School Can Become a Life-or-Death Risk
For most families, taking a child to school is routine. A short walk.A quick bus ride.A familiar path through the…
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Here’s How Cities Like Nairobi Can Rainfall Manage Better
When heavy rain falls on a city, flooding often feels inevitable. But it usually isn’t. In many cases, the difference…
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Why Flooding in Nairobi is Rarely a Drainage Problem
When Nairobi floods, the first reaction is often to blame drainage systems. Blocked drains.Insufficient pipes.Poor maintenance. Drainage is important. But…