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Author: Constant

Bio: Constant Cap has a Masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Nairobi, Kenya. He holds an undergraduate degree from the same university. He writes about urban planning issues online and in local dailies. Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya he passionate about the planning issues facing African Cities. He has a deep interest in sustainable transportation, urban resilience and new urbanism. He is also a Graduate Member of the Town and County Planners Association of Kenya. He has previously worked at the Strathmore University Advancement Office and later as the Executive Director of Kilimani Project Foundation. He is currently an independent consultant working towards transforming the urban planning space in Kenya.

How can Nairobi, Kenya deal with its “Buildings of Death?

February 25, 2015August 13, 2018 by Constant Leave a Comment

January 20, 2015 A recent study by a doctoral student at Carnegie Mellon University revealed that at least three out of four buildings in Nairobi would be seriously damaged in the event of a major earthquake. The report revealed that most concrete used in Nairobi lacks the required compressive strength. Among the causes listed for […]

Harmonizing Initiatives: Nairobi, Kenya works towards developing an NMT Policy

February 25, 2015 by Constant Leave a Comment

January 8, 2015 The Nairobi County Government in conjunction with the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) and the Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) have set up a team to develop a Non Motorized Transport Policy for the County. Led by Engineer Tom Opiyo, the team of experts will work towards developing a policy and presenting […]

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