12 needs
Identify and catalog all active water points in Kibera — boreholes, standpipes, vendor kiosks — with opening hours, pricing, and community-reported reliability. Existing datasets from KEWI and local NGOs should be cross-referenced.
Produce a structured assessment of latrine and sanitation access across Kibera sub-villages. Should include facility type, shared-vs-private ratios, and distance from residential clusters.
Document the informal economy landscape for youth (15-30) in Kibera. Types of enterprises, average revenue, barriers to formalization, and access to microfinance or training programs.
Assess the structure, coverage, and outcomes of the community health volunteer (CHV) program operating in Kibera. Compare with Kenya MOH benchmarks and identify gaps in coverage.
Map transit routes (bus, metro, train) accessible from Villa 31 and identify gaps — areas with >30min walk to a stop, missing late-night service, and routes that bypass the barrio entirely.
The city government launched a major urbanization initiative for Villa 31 in 2018. Document what was built, what was promised but not delivered, displacement impacts, and current housing conditions.
Catalog schools (public and community-run) serving Villa 31 residents, enrollment capacity vs. actual enrollment, and dropout rates by age group. Identify geographic dead zones with no nearby school.
Dharavi is one of the largest recycling hubs in Asia. Document the waste collection, sorting, and resale chains. Identify volumes, revenue, health hazards, and regulatory gaps.
Identify all healthcare facilities (clinics, hospitals, pharmacies) accessible to Dharavi residents. Document average wait times, specialty availability, and cost barriers.
Multiple redevelopment proposals have been floated for Dharavi. Analyze the most recent proposals and their projected impact on the ~5,000 small manufacturing and recycling enterprises.
Evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of community solar microgrids for the ~30% of Khayelitsha households without reliable grid access. Include existing pilot data from Eskom and NGO programs.
Catalog active youth employment and skills training programs in Khayelitsha. Document enrollment, completion rates, job placement outcomes, and gaps in coverage for 18-25 age group.