On 29 April, the UFI teams met for another Network Rendezvous, where they presented the objectives, teams and activities of the new Urban Fabric Initiatives joining the network in Kigali and Monrovia.

In April, an assessment and capitalisation mission took place in Abidjan, one year after the closing of the UFI. The management group returned to the sites to assess their use, the sustainability of the facilities and the operation of the management committees (CoGes) that had been set up.

Following the selection of UFI Nairobi's five partner community organisations, the UFI organised four co-design workshops in February. The meetings were essential for tailoring the projects precisely to the realities and specific needs of each neighbourhood and community concerned.

In the Andraisoro district of Madagascar, the Pépinière urbaine has installed an ephemeral kiosk dedicated to holding community activities. This project embodies the spirit of collaboration and citizen participation in the creation of the urban environment. Designed to be mobile and temporary, the kiosk offers residents a platform for expression and engagement, where they can actively contribute to shaping their neighbourhood.

Inclusivity in the design of public spaces is essential to ensure that all citizens, regardless of ability, social background, age or gender, can fully enjoy their urban environment. This requires a holistic approach that incorporates the diversity of needs and uses into the planning and design of urban facilities.