Cities are often seen as hotspots of violence, with the assumption that larger cities are inherently more violent than smaller ones. This "universal law" of urban scaling has long shaped scientific ...

(CNN) — In some of Africa’s major cities, young people are experiencing a summer of discontent as anger and frustration erupt over corruption, the soaring cost of living, and widespread unemployment. ...

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 ...

Accra has been ranked the eighth most expensive city in Africa in 2026, highlighting the persistent cost-of-living pressures facing Ghana despite ongoing macroeconomic stabilisation efforts.

Many African cities still offer affordable living conditions. While locals in these cities may still face economic challenges, they are among the most affordable places to live in when compared to ...

In the vast tapestry of global tourism, the beauty of Africa remains an underutilized speck. UNWTO reports that as of 2023, international tourist arrivals in Africa accounted for just 5.1% of the ...

Kigali, Nairobi, Lagos… Which city offers the best access to health services? As some East African cities climb the top of the rankings, Lagos and Abuja lag behind. That is one of the findings of our ...

Here's what you need to know before visiting Cape Town. Cape Town is South Africa's crown jewel. Founded by the Dutch East India Company in 1652, it was South Africa's first attempt at a modern ...

The quality of life may deteriorate. Some of the major cities in Africa are seeing a decline in purchasing power halfway through 2025, while other cities are seeing an increase in purchasing power, ...

Tourism is a booming industry in Africa, contributing around $186 billion to the continent’s economy in 2019. Over 84 million international travelers made their way to Africa before the pandemic which ...

Earlier this year, Henley & Partners conducted an analysis of New World Wealth data to determine the African cities with the largest millionaire populations. While the richest man in Africa, Aliko ...

Cleanliness is one of the key elements of a city’s image. It is also the most visible sign of the effectiveness of municipal governance. Here is our exclusive ranking in infographics, based on our ...