Urban population in Africa 2000-2026

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Saifaddin Galal,
Apr 28, 2023
An estimated number of 609 million people in Africa live in urban areas as of 2021. The urban population on the continent has been growing annually and is forecast to increase further to reach 722 million by 2026. Among the African countries, Gabon, Libya, and Djibouti have the highest urbanization rate.

Number of people living in urban areas in Africa from 2000 to 2026 (in 1,000s)

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Release date

2018

Region

Africa

Survey time period

2000 to 2026

Supplementary notes

Data as of mid-year.

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