From Cairo to Libreville and Dakar, new towns are proliferating, driven by massive investments and futuristic promises. While ...

The world's population is on a steady rise, with the United Nations predicting it to peak at around 10 billion in the mid-2080s. As such, it's no shocker that new mega-cities are sprouting up across ...

Research associate at African Centre for Cities, University of Cape Town Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of ...

Managing transport, water and waste on top of tourism, cultural offerings and economic attractiveness, these three elected officials are on the front lines when it comes to the challenges of ...

Informal settlements are home to a large share of Africa’s urban population and face complex challenges that demand inclusive, sustainable solutions. This Focus brings together research and opinion ...

Discover the top 10 most attractive cities in Africa in 2025 rankings as Kigali and Nairobi emerge as hubs, driving economic ...