Urban population in Africa 2000-2024

Number of people living in urban areas in Africa from 2000 to 2024 (in 1,000s)

Last update:

Jul 18, 2025

Author:

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Region:

Africa

Survey time period:

From 01/01/2000 to 31/12/2024

An estimated number of around million people in Africa live in urban areas as of 2024. The urban population on the continent has been growing annually. Among the African countries, Gabon, Libya, and Djibouti have the highest urbanization rate.

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Number of people living in urban areas in Africa from 2000 to 2024 (in 1,000s)

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