Urbanization in Africa - Statistics & Facts

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Urbanization rate in Africa
45%
Most urbanized region in Africa
North Africa
Most urbanized country in Africa
Gabon

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  • Premium Statistic Number of urban agglomerations in Africa 1950-2020
  • Premium Statistic Number of urban agglomerations in Africa 2020, by region
  • Premium Statistic Distribution of urban areas in Africa as a share of worldwide urban areas 2022-2023
  • Premium Statistic Largest urban agglomerations in Africa 2023
  • Premium Statistic Population of largest city clusters in Africa 2021
  • Basic Statistic Growth rate of African cities 2020-2035
  • Basic Statistic Largest cities in Africa 2024, by number of inhabitants

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