11 Fastest Growing Cities in Africa

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10. Algiers, Algeria

Population growth: 28.4% (6)

GDP growth: 4.6% (5)

Overall score: 11

Situated on a bay of the Mediterranean Sea, Algiers is sometimes called “Algiers the White” as its buildings glisten this color when viewed from the sea. With its location and being the capital of Algeria, it is an important commercial and financial center. “Megaprojects” have been introduced by the current government, focused on the development of the railway network, revitalization of the sea front and construction of a “city of wellness”.

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