Djibouti Integrated Slum Upgrading Project

The development objective of the Integrated Slum Upgrading Project for Djibouti is to: (i) improve the living conditions for slum dwellers in selected urban areas, and (ii) strengthen the capacity of public institutions in charge of implementing the zero-slum program (ZSP). The project comprises of three components. The first component, elaboration of the ZSP strategic framework and investment plan objective is to provide the government with requisite planning, regulatory, institutional, and operational tools to implement the ZSP. It consists of following sub-components: (i) carrying out studies and technical assistance activities aimed at implementing the ZSP; and (ii) implementing institutional reform and capacity building. The second component, participatory upgrading investments in selected urban areas objective is to improve access to services in slums included in the ZSP. It consists of following sub-components: (i) supporting inclusive restructuring of the neighborhood and improving access to services; and (ii) supporting community engagement and youth employability. The third component, project management will ensure smooth implementation of all project activities in accordance with the International Development Association (IDA’s) policies and guidelines.