Africa's Growing Interest In Building Megacities and Skyscrapers

• Senegal

Diamniadio Lake City

via Semer Group

Diamniadio Lake City (DLC) is the vibrant new heart of Diamniadio in Senegal. It’s a city within the city and the capital’s jewel in the crown given its national significance. As Dakar’s rising main residential, business and leisure destination, it offers the highest quality services and recreational facilities.
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via Gianni Ranaulo Design


Dakar Waterfront from Gianni Ranaulo Design on Vimeo.
Dakar Waterfront
Dakar, Senegal
Client: Co. De Phalsbourg
280.000 m²
Commercial & Residential
Design and Project Architect
Concept Stage


Mall of Dakar - Diam Park from Gianni Ranaulo Design on Vimeo.
Mall of Dakar - Diam Park
Dakar, Senegal
Client: Teyliom Group CI
80.000 m²
Commercial & Leisure
Design and Project Architect
Under Construction

• Kenya

Machakos New City

via countyMachakos

The new Machakos City is a modern metropolis to be set on an initial 2,200 acres of land in Machakos town.
The city will feature, bold, smart buildings that capture the new trend of the times in a well planned landscape. The Cities environment will be captured by the use of solar for most of the lights, huge windows to allow lights, water tanks to harvest water and recycling of water for use in lush and beautiful gardens. ...

Konza Technology City

via ICT Authority Kenya

Konza Techno City aims to foster the growth of the technology industry in Kenya. It is a Kenya Vision 2030 flagship project, as part of the national blueprint to create a competitive and prosperous nation with a high quality of life by 2030. The Government of Kenya hired the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in 2009 to serve as Transaction Advisor to guide and advice on project implementation. Several feasibility studies have been completed and 5,000 acres of land, formerly known as Malili Ranch.

CYTONN TOWERS

via Cytonn Investments

#CytonnTowers is situated on a 4-acre land in Nairobi’s Kilimani area and upon completion, is set to become Nairobi’s premier business, shopping, entertainment, and residential address as it epitomizes set class standards for real estate.

• Nigeria

Eko Atlantic

via Surprising Lagos

One of the first impressive developments to rise in the Marina District is Azuri Peninsula. This world-class building is part of a long-term programme to combine beautifully crafted homes with effortlessly luxurious living – befitting this stunning location.
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via Ettore MUSOLINO

Lagos is the economic capital of Nigeria, a major driving force behind Nigeria’s economic growth and is poised to take a leading role in African economic ranking.

Today some of the major concerns of investors are uncertain legislative and financial framework, working and living conditions, traffic congestions, availability and reliability of utilities, security, schooling and healthcare.
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Centenary City

via Centenary City Official