Addressing the enormous damage caused by climate change to our cities is both urgent and costly. Through a series of online sessions, local government was given sound advice on one avenue of financial support. Read More
Cities are integral to creating a climate-smart future. On-going rapid urbanisation in the Commonwealth, coupled with the increasing pressures on urban communities generated by extreme weather and changing weather patterns, mean that successful cities must plan for a climate resilient future. Read More
It is estimated that by 2050, 75% of the worlds population will be living in urban areas, and almost 50% of this growth will happen within Commonwealth cities and human settlements. Read More
CLGF held a regional conference for its members in West and Central Africa from 25-27 July in Yaounde, Cameroon. The meeting was hosted by Hon Georges Elanga Obam, Minister for Decentralisation and Local Development (MINDDEVEL). Read More
The theme of the 2023 Commonwealth Local Government Conference CLGC2023 is: Building resilience in local government to build back better. We explain why this subject is crucial as we go forward and why you should be in Kigali for CLGC2023. Read More