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The United Nations gathered world leaders in Oman to address a housing crisis affecting 3.4 billion people who lack adequate shelter. They're calling for urgent action to make safe, affordable housing available to everyone.
A groundbreaking partnership in Addis Ababa is turning empty spaces into opportunity by building 100 business kiosks for unemployed residents and returnees. The $300,000 project will help more than 200 people start their own micro-businesses and earn sustainable incomes.
Safaricom Ethiopia and UN-Habitat are investing $300,000 to build 100 business kiosks across Addis Ababa, creating income opportunities for over 200 vulnerable residents. The partnership brings together private companies, government, and development organizations to tackle unemployment and support economic inclusion.
Billions lack adequate housing, but new UN research reveals what's working. From Brazil's upgraded favelas to Thailand's community-led projects, countries are solving housing crises without displacing residents.
More than 4,500 Yemenis are getting safer, better homes thanks to a housing project that just expanded into its second phase. The initiative is creating jobs and training young people while rebuilding lives in communities affected by conflict.
Ethiopia is teaming up with UN-Habitat to deliver affordable homes and build sustainable cities as the nation experiences rapid urban growth. The partnership brings global expertise and innovative financing to address housing needs while creating jobs.
Saudi Arabia and UN-Habitat just unveiled a new tool that helps cities worldwide measure what truly matters: how people actually live, work, and connect. The Quality of Life Index is already transforming how 22 cities track progress, with 80 more joining soon.