Urban Impact Issue 29

Welcome to the 29th edition of Urban Impact. In this issue, we spotlight the global call for countries to host the World Habitat Day 2026, which will focus on the theme “Adequate housing for all.” The global observance offers a unique platform to showcase national achievements, share best practices, and inspire action towards ensuring universal access to safe, affordable housing.

We also feature key publications from UN-Habitat highlighting progress on sustainable urbanization and housing, alongside updates on flagship programmes driving impact across regions.

Finally, discover how our work is transforming lives from Brazil, where communities are translating housing plans from paper to reality, to Nepal, where families are moving from being landless to becoming proud landowners.

Join us as we continue to share the stories, solutions, and partnerships, building a better urban future for all. Read more