As the twelfth edition of the World Urban Forum is underway in Cairo, Egypt- the summit seeks to address issues such as finance, and housing, and explore ways to ensure adequate housing and build partnerships for empowering women at the local level.

The Summit is held under the theme, "It All Starts at Home. Local Actions for Sustainable Cities and Communities". Lulu Gaboo spoke to South Africa's minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi.