GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Africas Most Populous Cities Statistics
Summary of Africa's most populous cities statistics in one sentence is not feasible, as the data includes population figures, growth rates, demographics, and other variables that require further analysis.
In this post, we explore the diverse landscape of Africa’s most populous cities, ranging from the bustling metropolis of Cairo, Egypt with over 20 million residents to the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa, known for its dynamic population and cultural significance. Join us as we delve into the statistics behind these urban centers, shedding light on their unique demographics and vibrant energy.
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"Accra, Ghana has a metropolitan population of about 2.5 million."
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"Cairo, Egypt has a population of over 20 million people."
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"Lusaka, Zambia has an estimated population of 2.7 million."
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"Kampala, Uganda's population is approximately 1.5 million."
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"Harare, Zimbabwe has a population of about 1.5 million people."
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"Casablanca, Morocco is home to approximately 3.7 million people."
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"Dakar, Senegal is home to around 1 million residents."
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"Antananarivo, Madagascar has a population of approximately 1.3 million."
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"Kano, Nigeria has a population exceeding 4 million people."
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"Abidjan, Ivory Coast, has a population of about 4.7 million people."
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"Luanda, Angola is one of Africa’s most populous cities with over 7 million inhabitants."
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"Nairobi, Kenya, has an estimated population of 4.3 million within the city limits alone."
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"Algiers, Algeria has an estimated population of 2.9 million residents."
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"Tripoli, Libya’s population is estimated to be around 1.1 million."
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"Addis Ababa, Ethiopia has a population exceeding 3.6 million people."
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"Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is home to over 5.8 million people."
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"Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, has a population of approximately 14.3 million people."
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"Lagos, Nigeria is the most populous city in Africa."
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"Johannesburg, South Africa, is the largest city in South Africa by population and one of the 50 largest urban areas in the world."
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"Cape Town, South Africa has a population of about 4.6 million people."
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