11 Fastest Growing Cities in Africa

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1. Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Population growth: 85.2% (15)

GDP growth: 6.5% (14)

Overall score: 29

Translated as “the residence of peace”, it is Tanzania’s largest and richest city, and fastest growing city in Africa. This major economic center has had a construction boom for the past few years, due in part to a steady influx of foreign investment. Fueled by a projected 85% population growth, Dar Es Salaam will have the 9th largest GDP among African cities by 2030.

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