Several cities across Africa have large populations of foreigners due to economic opportunities, diplomatic presence, and multinational corporations. These cities serve as hubs for industries such as oil and gas, mining, finance, technology, and tourism.
1. Johannesburg, South Africa
- A major financial and business hub in Africa.
- Attracts expatriates in banking, technology, and mining.
- Large communities of Europeans, Chinese, and other African nationals.
2. Lagos, Nigeria
- Africa’s largest city and a major financial center.
- Hosts expatriates in oil and gas, finance, and technology.
- Significant presence of Lebanese, Indian, and Chinese businesspeople.
3. Nairobi, Kenya
- A key city for diplomacy and international organizations (UN, NGOs).
- A hub for tech startups, tourism, and finance.
- Many expatriates from Europe, the U.S., China, and India.
4. Cape Town, South Africa
- A global tourist destination and home to many expatriates in tourism, tech, and creative industries.
- Large European expatriate community, especially from the UK and Germany.
5. Accra, Ghana
- A growing financial and business hub in West Africa.
- Attracts expatriates in oil, finance, and trade.
- Large communities of Chinese, Indian, and Lebanese businesspeople.
6. Luanda, Angola
- A major oil hub with a strong presence of foreign workers, particularly in petroleum and construction.
- Many expatriates from Portugal, China, and Brazil.
7. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- The headquarters of the African Union and many international organizations.
- A diplomatic and airline hub with many expatriates from Europe and Asia.
8. Dakar, Senegal
- A key West African city with a strong diplomatic and business presence.
- Many French and other European expatriates live and work in Dakar.
9. Cairo, Egypt
- One of Africa’s largest cities with a mix of diplomatic, business, and industrial activities.
- Large expatriate communities from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
10. Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- A major port city and economic hub in East Africa.
- Attracts expatriates in trade, finance, and tourism.
11. Casablanca, Morocco
- A key financial and industrial hub in North Africa.
- Many expatriates from France, Spain, and the Middle East.
12. Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
- A growing economic center in West Africa.
- Hosts many French, Lebanese, and Chinese businesspeople.
13. Maputo, Mozambique
- A port city with strong ties to Portugal and a growing expatriate community in gas and mining.
14. Windhoek, Namibia
- Attracts foreign workers in mining, tourism, and conservation.
