IFLA Africa

27/05/2026

"Every month going forward, we will be sharing images and reflections on favourite landscapes across Africa through the eyes of landscape architects from across the continent. This project started at the ILASA/IFLA Africa conference last year September through Dr Christine Price. There is something powerful about seeing Africa through the places that inspire us most. You can submit your favourite landscape here.

We are excited to begin this series with Nina Brand, whose landscape this month reminds us of the beauty, complexity, and emotional connection embedded within African landscapes."

An excerpt from our May 2026 newsletter. Read and share.
Image by Nina Brand

01/05/2026

Can AI save our cities, or will it compete for our resources?

​How do we turn industrial brownfields into resilient public spaces? What can Indigenous wisdom teach us about "Sponge Planets"?

​Join the STI Forum 2026 Side Event on May 6th! We’re bringing together five world-class experts to discuss Digital Empowerment for Resilient Urban Landscapes.

​🔗 Join the conversation on Zoom:

Meeting ID: 897 7928 8207

Passcode: chsla2026

(Link in bio 🔗)

​Don’t miss this 75-minute deep dive into the policies and designs shaping the cities of tomorrow.

​ STI2026 FutureCities

19/04/2026

Graham Young, IFLA Africa past president representing us at the 15th Chinese Garden Expo in Wenzhou.

16/04/2026

Participate! And enjoy!

Dear Colleagues, Designers, and Students,

The Society of Landscape Architect of Nigeria (SLAN)in collaboration with International Federation of Landscape Architects Africa is pleased to announce a Call for Entries for the design of the official logo for the IFLA Africa Conference 2027.

Theme

Beyond Reframing: The Soul of African Landscapes

This conference will serve as a specialised platform advancing landscape architecture as a driver of transformation across Africa—focusing on:

- Climate-resilient design
- Water-sensitive urbanism
- Culturally grounded landscape practices shaping the future of African cities

Design Brief

Participants are invited to develop a compelling and original logo that:

- Reflects the spirit, diversity, and identity of African landscapes
- Communicates innovation, resilience, and sustainability
- Integrates themes of water, ecology, culture, and urban futures
- Is adaptable across digital and print platforms

Eligibility

- Open to:
- Landscape architects
- Architects and designers
- Artists and creatives
- Students (particularly from Nigerian institutions)

Timeline

- Call for Entries Released: 2 April 2026
- Submission Deadline: 16th April 2026
- Review & Shortlisting: 21 April 2026
- Announcement of Winning Entry: 23 April 2026

Submission Requirements

Entries should include:

- Logo design (high-resolution JPEG/PNG and vector format)
- A brief concept statement (max. 300 words)
- Participant details (name, affiliation, contact information)

Submissions should be sent to:

[email protected]

Selection Criteria

- Conceptual clarity and originality
- Relevance to the conference theme
- Visual impact and adaptability
- Cultural and environmental sensitivity

Recognition

- The winning entry will become the official logo of the IFLA Africa Conference 2027
- Winner will receive formal recognition from SLAN and IFLA Africa
- Opportunity for visibility across African and international platforms
- Winner will receive N100,000 award

We look forward to receiving your creative and inspiring submissions.

Kind regards,
Robo Akpami
For the Local Organising Committee (LOC)
IFLA Africa Conference 2027


Society of Landscape Architects of Nigeria - SLAN - Plateau Council Landscape pundit IFLA World Congress 2018 IFLA Africa Arc Bala Ibrahim Robo Akpami

06/04/2026

Join us for an interactive discussion on *’Neighbourhood Planning for Resilient African Cities Writeshop [hybrid]’* side event hosted by the *Architectural Association of Kenya* in collaboration with the *International Federation of Landcscape Architects (IFLA) Africa*.

*Date:* Friday 10th April 2026
*Venue:* Tent 3 Ndovu
*Time:* 1:00- 2:00p.m EAT
*Physical attendees MUST be registered for AUF* https://auf2.go.ke/
🏡Link to *concept note*: https://archkenya-my.sharepoint.com/personal/advocacy_aak_or_ke/_layouts/15/onedrive.aspx?id=%2Fpersonal%2Fadvocacy%5Faak%5For%5Fke%2FDocuments%2FAdvocacy%2FSecond%20African%20Urban%20Forum%2FUpdated%20AUF%20Concept%20Note%2Epdf&parent=%2Fpersonal%2Fadvocacy%5Faak%5For%5Fke%2FDocuments%2FAdvocacy%2FSecond%20African%20Urban%20Forum&ga=1
🏡Let us know your *expectations* from the session *here*: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=uep3lBbp0kSDmQC1vDvByvLCOAkJteFJolrMSzYNqilUQ0xXSFhCR0k4M04xSTlTNDZRSk1VMkFaVC4u

Let’s close the Africa Urban Forum on a high and be part of the dialogue shaping inclusive resilient neighborhoods🏘️

24/12/2025

Happy holidays to everyone from IFLA Africa.

This years greeting card was designed by Marike Franklin from South Africa and in her words:
“Last year, IFLA Africa’s logo was reinterpreted as a woven basket. The hatching was derived from Africa’s five regions - North, East, West, South and Central Africa. Points where the hatch lines intersect represented Africans living abroad and non-Africans residing in Africa, while intersections closer to the centre symbolised Africans living in other African countries. From the circle, 54 lines radiated outward, each ending in a ‘Christmas ball’ carrying the flag of a member country. Together, these elements formed a star representing unity, hope and shared aspirations, celebrating diversity and a collective future.

This year, the greeting builds on that collective spirit. The weave and the star remain, now transformed through a kaleidoscope effect. The shifting patterns reflect many hands working together towards the same goal, coming into alignment in moments of clarity and celebration. The design offers a festive expression of hope, connection and continuity, looking ahead to a shared and collaborative future.”

All the highlighted flags represent the current nine member associations.

01/11/2025

Reframing the African Landscape is an invitation to question dominant narratives methodologies and educational frameworks, many which are rooted in Eurocentric or colonial traditions and instead to foster contextually grounded, inclusive and future-facing approaches.

The Africa Journal of Landscape Architecture (AJLA) invites you to read and engage with the 10th issue of the journal. www.ajlajournal.org

07/10/2025

The future of African landscape architecture is here!

We’re proud to announce the 2025 IFLA Africa Student Competition Winners 🎉✨

🥇 Gold Awards:
🌱 The Garden of Forgotten Tales – Liza Keyter, University of Pretoria
🌱 Seeds of Stewardship – Micheal Niwagaba, Uganda Martyrs University
🌱 L.A.W.N – Nakyajja Assumpta, Uganda Martyrs University

🌍 From bold ideas to context-driven design, these projects show the power of young voices shaping Africa’s landscapes.

Stay tuned as we share details of each submission in the coming days.

04/10/2025

Honouring excellence in landscape architecture!

Congratulations to Bernard Oberholzer, recipient of the 2025 InSite IFLA Africa Award 🎉

With 50+ years of practice, teaching, and heritage leadership, Bernard’s work has transformed landscapes, cities, and communities across Africa.

👏 Join us in celebrating this lifetime achievement!

04/10/2025

🌍✨ Congratulations to Marike Franklin!

We are proud to announce her as the recipient of the 2025 IFLA Africa Service Appreciation Certificate 🎉

Marike has played a pivotal role in shaping the African Landscape Network (ALN), strengthening IFLA Africa, and ensuring Africa’s voice is heard on the global stage. Her energy, creativity, and dedication continue to inspire collaboration across our profession.

👏 Join us in celebrating Marike’s remarkable contributions to landscape architecture in Africa and beyond!