The report also highlights Nairobi’s wetlands, soil, vegetation and river corridors (Photo: Courtesy)
Nairobi has been ranked the 10th most climate-resilient large city in the world, placing it ahead of several major global cities despite its recurring flooding and drainage problems.
The Kenyan capital was also ranked the second most climate-resilient city in Africa, behind Addis Ababa, which took second place globally.
The ranking assessed 72 major cities based on their exposure to climate hazards such as floods, drought, extreme heat, wildfires and strong winds, as well as their ability to adapt to these risks.
Chicago in the United States topped the global ranking, followed by Addis Ababa. Melbourne, Barcelona, Ankara, Buenos Aires, Paris, Istanbul, Bogotá and Nairobi completed the top 10.
