Nairobi, 10 April 2026: H.E. Amb. Nakhumicha Wafula, E.G.H., Kenya’s Permanent Representative to UN-Habitat, participated as a panelist at a parallel event during AUF 2.
She noted that, as a pioneer co-chair alongside France of the Open-Ended Intergovernmental Expert Working Group on Adequate Housing for All (OEWG-H), Kenya has shared its experience and leadership journey in advancing inclusive dialogue and collaboration within the process. She also highlighted key opportunities to strengthen outcomes and support the development of impactful resolutions ahead of the third session of the UN-Habitat Assembly.
The Permanent Representative further shared Kenya’s ongoing initiatives toward the realization of affordable housing, as underscored by H.E. President William Samoei Ruto during the opening plenary, noting how these efforts align with broader continental and global urban development priorities.
Finally, she emphasized that these efforts are vital in shaping forward-looking policies that promote Housing for All and accelerate progress toward achieving SDG 11, making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
