jan 1, 2000 - Rapid Urbanization in Africa (2000 CE)

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By 2000, Africa’s urban population had grown to 37.2%, up from just 14.7% in 1957 2. Cities like Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg expanded rapidly due to rural-to-urban migration, driven by the search for jobs, education, and services. This urban growth has created both opportunities and challenges, including housing shortages and infrastructure strain.

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