Training on Urban Sanitation Planning & Implementation for Sustainable Cities
Learn to plan and implement inclusive, resilient sanitation systems for sustainable cities. Address informal settlements, financing, and infrastructure in this urban sanitation course.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides practical knowledge and tools to design and implement effective and inclusive urban sanitation systems. Participants will explore planning frameworks, infrastructure options, and policy mechanisms that address the complex challenges of sanitation in urban areas—including informal settlements. Through real-world case studies and participatory methods, the course emphasizes sustainable, equitable, and resilient sanitation strategies tailored to growing cities.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Urban and municipal planners
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Sanitation and WASH engineers
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City council and public health officials
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NGO and humanitarian staff
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Urban development consultants
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Policy makers and regulators
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Apply principles of urban sanitation planning in different contexts
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Understand the components of citywide inclusive sanitation (CWIS)
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Identify appropriate sanitation technologies for urban and peri-urban areas
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Plan for inclusive services in informal settlements
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Design institutional, financial, and policy mechanisms for sustainable urban sanitation
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Urban Sanitation Context and Planning Principles
- Key urban sanitation challenges and emerging drivers (urbanization, climate, inequality)
- Introduction to planning frameworks: Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS), FSM, and systems approaches
- Sanitation service chain and value chain analysis
- Institutional roles and inter-agency coordination mechanisms
- Case Study: CWIS implementation in rapidly growing secondary cities
Module 2: Urban Sanitation Infrastructure Options
- Overview of sanitation systems: on-site, off-site, and hybrid models
- Centralized vs decentralized wastewater and treatment solutions
- Urban sewerage network planning and optimization
- Integration of sanitation with urban drainage and stormwater systems
- Practical Exercise: Selecting appropriate sanitation technologies for different urban zones
Module 3: Sanitation Planning in Informal Settlements
- Characteristics and challenges of informal urban settlements
- Community-based and shared sanitation service models
- Participatory planning and co-design approaches
- Gender equality, disability inclusion, and social equity considerations
- Case Study: Upgrading sanitation services in informal settlements
Module 4: Financial and Institutional Arrangements
- Urban sanitation financing models and investment planning
- Tariff structures, subsidies, and cost recovery mechanisms
- Institutional frameworks, governance, and regulatory oversight
- Public–private partnerships and private sector engagement
- Practical Exercise: Designing a basic sanitation financing model for a city
Module 5: Sustainability, Resilience, and Performance Monitoring
- Climate-resilient sanitation systems and infrastructure adaptation
- Resource recovery, reuse, and circular sanitation approaches
- Monitoring, evaluation, and performance measurement frameworks
- Scaling and replication of successful urban sanitation models
- Final Project: Develop a citywide urban sanitation improvement plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improves urban health and quality of life through safe and dignified sanitation services.
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Ensures cost-effective, scalable solutions for growing cities.
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Enhances reputation as a leader in sustainable urban development.
Personal Impact
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Builds in-demand skills for careers in urban development and public service.
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Supports progression into senior planning, leadership, or advisory roles.
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Equips participants to lead and champion integrated urban sanitation initiatives.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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