Senegal ditches Akon's 'unrealistic' city project
Africanews · 1 month ago
Africanews
1 month ago
Senegal has taken back control of land originally set aside for Akon City, a $6 billion urban development project proposed by singer Akon. The ambitious plan, which featured futuristic skyscrapers and infrastructure, was intended to be powered by renewable energy and supported by its own cryptocurrency. Despite initial excitement and comparisons to the fictional city of Wakanda, the site remains largely undeveloped after several years, with only an unfinished reception building present. Senegalese authorities have decided to pursue more realistic development options for the land, citing ongoing funding issues and legal obstacles faced by the project.
Breakdown
- Senegal has repossessed land allocated for Akon City due to lack of progress. 32s
- Akon City was envisioned as a $6 billion high-tech metropolis powered by renewable energy.
- The project site remains mostly undeveloped except for an unfinished reception building. 32s
- Senegalese authorities plan to develop something more realistic on the land. 39s
- The project faced significant funding difficulties and legal challenges. 55s