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INSIGHT: South Africa’s big mafia problem is getting worse

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In the vibrant heart of Cape Town, a menacing shadow economy looms over various enterprises, including spaza shops, bustling nightclubs, construction projects, and transportation companies. Within this clandestine realm, individuals and businesses alike find themselves facing exorbitant demands for money, services, and goods that exceed legitimate channels. According to a study by Jenni Irish-Qhobosheane for the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC)the rise of extortion in Cape Town can be attributed to both local and national factors, with a significant influence stemming from the city's long-standing history of gangsterism. The COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 significantly curtailed extortion revenue for criminal organizations, as business closures and curfews disrupted their operations. However, as restrictions were gradually lifted, extortion activities exhibited a marked increase in both aggressiveness and frequency due to the following key factors: The co
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NEWS: How has Africa's urban development strategy impacted the built environment?

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As the global population of urban residents is anticipated to increase significantly by 2050, the pace and magnitude of urban development seem to be accelerating. Notably, Africa is home to two of the ten most prominent and recently created cities globally. The New Administrative Capital in Egypt, spanning 714 square kilometers, and Tatu City in Kenya, covering 20 square kilometers, stand out as remarkable examples of urban development on the continent.


As the world is predicted to have 2.5 billion more urban residents by 2050, the construction of new cities around the globe is underway. Among them, Nusantara in Indonesia is set to become the new capital, while Gelephu Mindfulness City in Bhutan and Dholera Smart City in India are focused on sustainability and innovation. Egypt's New Administrative Capital is a project to alleviate congestion in Cairo, and California Forever in the US aims to build a walkable community. 

Belmont in Arizona is a planned futuristic city by Microsoft founder Bill Gates, and The Line in Saudi Arabia's NEOM megaproject is a linear smart city powered by renewable energy. Al Jawahiri Residential City in Iraq, Tatu City in Kenya, and Próspera in Honduras are also notable projects addressing housing needs, economic development, and technological advancement. These new cities showcase varying approaches to urban planning and development, reflecting the diverse challenges and aspirations of different regions.


To what extent has Africa implemented strategies to develop new urban centers, thereby generating fresh possibilities within the built environment?

The hardhatNEWS article about the 10 new cities under construction around the world is published on Construction Brief

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