These 11 African coastal bases pair city energy with easy outings—ferries to islands, UNESCO old towns, ruins, reefs, and breezy promenades. Plan early walks, long lunches, and simple day trips that ...

African cities showcase the continent's diversity and potential. African cities showcase the continent's diversity and potential from economic powerhouses, tech hubs, environmental champions, etc.

Urban cleanliness is a crucial issue on the continent. The collection rate for municipal solid waste averages only 52%, according to a study carried out in 2018 by UN-Habitat and echoed by the African ...

Africa’s economic centers continue to shift in pace and price, and a few major cities stand out for offering an affordable lifestyle in 2025. While many urban hubs across the continent are becoming ...

Illegal but entrenched, Ghana’s two-year advance rent system is squeezing millions of urban renters into debt, exposing the failure of housing policy and rent enforcement. As some East African cities ...

Imagine waking to the songs of exotic birds, savoring fresh local cuisine, experiencing a private safari, and immersing yourself in a kaleidoscope of rich cultural experiences — all within your ...

Dorward, Nick & Kristian Hoelscher (2026) Urbanisation and the political demography of African cities, **. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.worlddev.2026.107344.

Winners of the All Africa Music Awards and key industry stakeholders have begun a tour of major African cities as part of activities leading to the 10th edition of the continental music event.The tour ...

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 ...

The latest report highlighting wealthy societies in Africa and published by Henley & Partners has placed Lagos in fifth position in a list of 20 wealthiest African cities. The report is based on ...