Infrastructure, trust key to cities success as Nairobi, Rome stagnate

Residents in high-performing cities tend to perceive more transparency in their habitats and want to be actively engaged in the processes that shape their quality of life...

✨ Key Highlights

The IMD Smart City Index 2026 report highlights that cities like Nairobi stagnate due to a lack of transparency and citizen engagement, despite technological advancements.

Zurich retains the top spot, while Nairobi ranks low at 136, indicating a C rating.
The IMD World Competitiveness Centre (WCC) report emphasizes that strong governance, transparency, and citizen trust are more crucial for smart city performance than technology alone.
Cities with high citizen satisfaction, such as Zurich and Oslo, lead in institutions and infrastructure, while cities like Nairobi and Rome struggle with low trust and anti-corruption scores.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from The Standard Business

📰 Read Full Article

Related News

business2h ago

Elon Musk’s SpaceX moves to become a publicly traded company

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken a significant step towards becoming a publicly traded company, filing confidentially with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an initial public offering (IPO).

Capital Business

📰 Read Full Story

10h ago

How personalised developments are reshaping local property market

Kenya's property market, particularly the hospitality sector, is seeing a significant shift as developers focus on creating personalized experiences, sustainability, and lifestyle integration in response to changing consumer demands.

The Standard Business

📰 Read Full Story