The Addis Ababa City Administration developed a ten-year Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Strategy for 2019–2028 to guide the development and implementation of walking and cycling initiatives across the city. Following implementation plans for 2019–2021 and 2022–2024, the NMT Implementation Plan 2025–2028 represents the final phase of the strategy, focusing on consolidating achievements and completing its objectives….
Topic: Sustainable Urban Development
The Kampala Cycle Network Plan 2023–2032 provides a strategic roadmap for developing a safe, connected, and inclusive cycling network across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area. Developed by KCCA in partnership with ITDP and UN-Habitat, the plan responds to growing congestion, air pollution, and road safety challenges by positioning cycling as a practical, affordable, and sustainable…
The Egypt Active Mobility Strategy 2025–2034 sets out a national framework to transform how people move within Egyptian cities, placing people at the centre of urban mobility planning. Despite widespread walking and cycling, most Egyptian streets are designed primarily for motorised traffic. This imbalance has contributed to chronic congestion, air pollution, unsafe road conditions, social…
Africa’s urbanisation is accelerating the demand for sustainable transport solutions. However, current investments are still heavily skewed towards private vehicle infrastructure, leading to traffic congestion, environmental degradation, and limited access to efficient public and non-motorised transport (NMT) options. Sustainable Cities Through Transport: Optimising Urban Investments in Africa examines pathways to address these issues by prioritising…
Walking and Cycling Non-motorised transport (NMT) offers basic and affordable mobility, access to public transport, and health benefits. Improving the convenience, comfort, and safety of walking and cycling reduces the demand for travel by personal motor vehicles, helping to alleviate the critical traffic challenges facing many cities. Despite a high level of reliance on NMT…
The Addis Ababa Road and Transport Bureau (AARTB) launched the Addis Ababa Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Strategy 2019-2028, a roadmap for the development of high-quality walking and cycling facilities across the city. Ethiopia’s capital is experiencing rapid growth, and an efficient transport system is critical to the city’s prosperity. At present, walking accounts for 54 percent…
In this vibrant issue of the Sustainable Transport magazine, we reflect on ITDP’s 35th anniversary, see how Pune is leading India towards a sustainable future, discuss how we’re tackling climate change around the world, and so much more! Letter from the CEO: As ITDP Turns 35, Climate Change Is Accelerating. Fortunately, So Is Political Will….
The TOD Standard is a powerful tool to help shape and assess urban development. It focuses on maximizing the benefits of public transit and non-motorized mobility while placing the emphasis firmly back on the users: people. The Standard outlines eight core principles of urban design and land use, each supported by specific performance objectives and…
Streets for Walking & Cycling is a guide that emphasizes designing for safety, accessibility, and comfort in African cities, developed in partnership with UN-Habitat. Many cities across the continent of Africa have a large percentage of walking and cycling as a mode share for trips. Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, and Lagos all have bike and…