Marrakesh

Red City known for souks, palaces, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square.


Marrakesh's Bahia Palace showcases exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship.

Fez

Medieval Islamic capital famous for its walled medina and tanneries.


Fez's University of Al Quaraouiyine is the world's oldest degree-granting university.

Port Harcourt

Oil industry capital in the Niger Delta with growing tech startups.


Port Harcourt hosts Africa's first WikiTown digital community project.

Kano

Ancient Hausa city and northern commercial hub with centuries-old dye pits.


Kano's Great Mosque is built on a 15th-century foundation.

Kisumu

Port city on Lake Victoria known for fishing and vibrant lakeside culture.


Kisumu's Dunga Beach offers fresh tilapia straight from the lake.

Mombasa

Historic coastal city with Swahili culture and East Africa's largest port.


Mombasa's Old Town features ornate Arab-style doors and architecture.

Pretoria

Administrative capital known for its jacaranda-lined streets and government buildings.


Pretoria's Union Buildings house the South African presidency.

Durban

Coastal city with the busiest port in Africa and rich Indian cultural influences.


Durban's Golden Mile beachfront is a major tourist attraction.

Maputo

Mozambique's Indian Ocean capital with Portuguese-style architecture.


Maputo's fish market serves the freshest peri-peri prawns.

Abuja

Nigeria's purpose-built capital with striking modern architecture.


Abuja's Aso Rock is the symbolic center of Nigerian politics.


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