The cuisine in Africa is so diverse, you could spend your whole life traveling the continent on the hunt for the best food and you’d barely scratch the surface. But, if you only have a short time to ...

In a continent known for rapid urbanization amidst significant developmental issues, some African cities are gradually emerging as a model of excellent quality of life. ・Business Insider Africa ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of millions. In Africa, urbanisation is accelerating at an unprecedented ...

The second edition of our ranking – with a few surprises – confirms the dynamism of the continent’s municipalities. From Cairo to Casablanca via Cape Town, cities are innovating in infrastructure, ...

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 ...

Purchasing power is a key indicator of how far salaries can stretch in meeting essential needs such as housing, transportation, food, and healthcare. While Africa is often described as a continent of ...

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.

While locals in these cities may still face economic challenges, they are among the most affordable places to live in when compared to other African cities. Nigerians might scoff at this list, ...