A new book called Urban Health in Africa explores how rapid urbanisation across the continent shapes public health and wellbeing. Drawing on diverse research and case studies, the book reframes ...

When South Africa took over the annual presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20), a bloc of the world’s major economies, in December 2024 it created a valuable opening for Africa on the global stage.

Two African cities have earned places among the world’s 20 best nightlife destinations in 2026, with Johannesburg and Accra recognised by Time Out for their vibrant after-dark scenes. ・Johannesburg ...

The decline of South African cities, the rise of Nigerian cities and the breakthrough of Benin’s economic capital: the latest edition of our ranking on the continent’s metropolitan attractiveness ...

Nightlife remains a major part of how cities attract visitors, but the qualities that define a strong after-dark scene increasingly extend beyond famous clubs or late closing times. Affordability, ...

Observed annually on 31 October, World Cities Day spotlights the transformative potential of people-centred smart cities in shaping equitable, prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive urban environments ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Africa’s cities will drive the next era of global growth. This year, ...

Purchasing power is one of the best measures of how well salaries can cover basic necessities, such as housing, transportation, food and healthcare. Although Africa’s potential for growth is ...

Multilateral climate action and funding faced a major setback last week when the United States (US) announced its withdrawal from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and ...

President Mahama’s response to devastating floods is a sprawling new administrative capital. But urban planners warn that shifting ministries will not cure the systemic problems choking the historic ...

Green-blue climate adaptation in African cities can unintentionally fuel gentrification and deepen socio-spatial inequality. New study finds rising housing prices and demographic shifts. Researchers ...