Avery Wirth
@averywirth.bsky.social
GEOG325 Student
Urban Studies / International Dev
Urban Studies / International Dev
Kigali Innovation City, Rwanda
This #newcities project is exciting, as it is making significant headway despite only having its master plan released in 2021 and construction beginning in 2022.
www.worldconstructionnetwork.com/projects/kig...
This #newcities project is exciting, as it is making significant headway despite only having its master plan released in 2021 and construction beginning in 2022.
www.worldconstructionnetwork.com/projects/kig...
Kigali Innovation City, Rwanda
Kigali Innovation City (KIC) is a mixed-use, smart master-planned city being developed in Kigali, Rwanda, managed by KIC Company.
www.worldconstructionnetwork.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Kigali Innovation City, Rwanda
This #newcities project is exciting, as it is making significant headway despite only having its master plan released in 2021 and construction beginning in 2022.
www.worldconstructionnetwork.com/projects/kig...
This #newcities project is exciting, as it is making significant headway despite only having its master plan released in 2021 and construction beginning in 2022.
www.worldconstructionnetwork.com/projects/kig...
Konza Technopolis, Angola
Big news on this #newcities project which has been in the pipeline for Angola since its establishment in 2009. Recently, Konza Technopolis signed an MoU in the form of $1.4m to establish a Korea Electronics Association (KEA)....
www.techinafrica.com/konza-techno...
Big news on this #newcities project which has been in the pipeline for Angola since its establishment in 2009. Recently, Konza Technopolis signed an MoU in the form of $1.4m to establish a Korea Electronics Association (KEA)....
www.techinafrica.com/konza-techno...
Konza Technopolis Boosts Growth with Strategic Partnerships Between Kenya and South Korea - Tech In Africa
Konza Technopolis, Kenya’s flagship smart city initiative, is experiencing a significant increase in partnerships with South Korean companies, marking a key milestone in its development. In June 2024,...
www.techinafrica.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Konza Technopolis, Angola
Big news on this #newcities project which has been in the pipeline for Angola since its establishment in 2009. Recently, Konza Technopolis signed an MoU in the form of $1.4m to establish a Korea Electronics Association (KEA)....
www.techinafrica.com/konza-techno...
Big news on this #newcities project which has been in the pipeline for Angola since its establishment in 2009. Recently, Konza Technopolis signed an MoU in the form of $1.4m to establish a Korea Electronics Association (KEA)....
www.techinafrica.com/konza-techno...
Ras El Hekma, Egypt
This #newcities project situates itself on Egypt's North Coast, which has long since been a site of leisure for the Gulf's elites. More recently, however, it has also become a hotspot for investment in tourism destinations.
www.cnn.com/2025/10/16/b...
This #newcities project situates itself on Egypt's North Coast, which has long since been a site of leisure for the Gulf's elites. More recently, however, it has also become a hotspot for investment in tourism destinations.
www.cnn.com/2025/10/16/b...
Gulf nations are betting big on Egypt’s North Coast | CNN Business
Egypt’s Mediterranean shoreline is undergoing an unprecedented, and rapid, real estate transformation.
www.cnn.com
November 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Ras El Hekma, Egypt
This #newcities project situates itself on Egypt's North Coast, which has long since been a site of leisure for the Gulf's elites. More recently, however, it has also become a hotspot for investment in tourism destinations.
www.cnn.com/2025/10/16/b...
This #newcities project situates itself on Egypt's North Coast, which has long since been a site of leisure for the Gulf's elites. More recently, however, it has also become a hotspot for investment in tourism destinations.
www.cnn.com/2025/10/16/b...
Dholera, India
Super cool #newcities project coming out of Gujarat in India, where the first semiconductor factory in the country is being built by Tata Electronics. Following a 9100 crore (~$10.4bn USD) investment by the company, there has been...
indianmasterminds.com/news/gujarat...
Super cool #newcities project coming out of Gujarat in India, where the first semiconductor factory in the country is being built by Tata Electronics. Following a 9100 crore (~$10.4bn USD) investment by the company, there has been...
indianmasterminds.com/news/gujarat...
Gujarat Emerges as India’s Semiconductor and Smart City Hub with ₹91,000 Crore Tata Electronics Investment - https://indianmasterminds.com
Gujarat’s Dholera to host India’s first commercial semiconductor plant and smart city with ₹91,000 crore Tata Electronics investment.
indianmasterminds.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Dholera, India
Super cool #newcities project coming out of Gujarat in India, where the first semiconductor factory in the country is being built by Tata Electronics. Following a 9100 crore (~$10.4bn USD) investment by the company, there has been...
indianmasterminds.com/news/gujarat...
Super cool #newcities project coming out of Gujarat in India, where the first semiconductor factory in the country is being built by Tata Electronics. Following a 9100 crore (~$10.4bn USD) investment by the company, there has been...
indianmasterminds.com/news/gujarat...
Dakhla, Morocco
This #newcities project in the disputed Western Sahara seeks to attract foreign investment from former colonisers while bringing about sustainable methods of tourism. Dakhla is situated on the coast of the Western Sahara, yet it headed by Morocco.
thearabweekly.com/french-inves...
This #newcities project in the disputed Western Sahara seeks to attract foreign investment from former colonisers while bringing about sustainable methods of tourism. Dakhla is situated on the coast of the Western Sahara, yet it headed by Morocco.
thearabweekly.com/french-inves...
thearabweekly.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Dakhla, Morocco
This #newcities project in the disputed Western Sahara seeks to attract foreign investment from former colonisers while bringing about sustainable methods of tourism. Dakhla is situated on the coast of the Western Sahara, yet it headed by Morocco.
thearabweekly.com/french-inves...
This #newcities project in the disputed Western Sahara seeks to attract foreign investment from former colonisers while bringing about sustainable methods of tourism. Dakhla is situated on the coast of the Western Sahara, yet it headed by Morocco.
thearabweekly.com/french-inves...
Tianjin Eco City, China
This #newcities project is located around 35km east of Tianjin, where the 'Eco City' is designed to become a hub for technological advancement. Perhaps more ambitious than the project itself are the governmental dealings in this city.
www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202507/08/...
This #newcities project is located around 35km east of Tianjin, where the 'Eco City' is designed to become a hub for technological advancement. Perhaps more ambitious than the project itself are the governmental dealings in this city.
www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202507/08/...
SCO members impressed by Tianjin's smart eco-city
www.chinadaily.com.cn
November 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Tianjin Eco City, China
This #newcities project is located around 35km east of Tianjin, where the 'Eco City' is designed to become a hub for technological advancement. Perhaps more ambitious than the project itself are the governmental dealings in this city.
www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202507/08/...
This #newcities project is located around 35km east of Tianjin, where the 'Eco City' is designed to become a hub for technological advancement. Perhaps more ambitious than the project itself are the governmental dealings in this city.
www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202507/08/...
Itana Digital Free Zone, Nigeria
This #newcities project is an enticing but problematic one. All the thinking (and some of the infrastructure) is there and there seems a lot of promise to create income through cutting-edge tech in Nigeria.
www.techinafrica.com/can-itana-be...
This #newcities project is an enticing but problematic one. All the thinking (and some of the infrastructure) is there and there seems a lot of promise to create income through cutting-edge tech in Nigeria.
www.techinafrica.com/can-itana-be...
Can Itana Become Africa’s Dubai for Tech? Nigeria’s First Virtual SEZ Launches - Tech In Africa
Across the turquoise expanse of the Atlantic, beyond the maze of Lagos traffic and the hum of its concrete sprawl, a new silhouette emerges on the eastern edge of the city. It is not simply another to...
www.techinafrica.com
November 9, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Itana Digital Free Zone, Nigeria
This #newcities project is an enticing but problematic one. All the thinking (and some of the infrastructure) is there and there seems a lot of promise to create income through cutting-edge tech in Nigeria.
www.techinafrica.com/can-itana-be...
This #newcities project is an enticing but problematic one. All the thinking (and some of the infrastructure) is there and there seems a lot of promise to create income through cutting-edge tech in Nigeria.
www.techinafrica.com/can-itana-be...
Ramciel New Capital, South Sudan
This #newcities country, as the article suggests, is to be located in the world's youngest country of South Sudan. The land on which it is scheduled to be developed is that of a former rhino sanctuary.
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
This #newcities country, as the article suggests, is to be located in the world's youngest country of South Sudan. The land on which it is scheduled to be developed is that of a former rhino sanctuary.
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
Mystery surrounds new capital in world's youngest country
The construction of a $10 billion new megacity in South Sudan remains uncertain, with virtually no progress made 13 years after its announcement.
www.newsweek.com
November 9, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Ramciel New Capital, South Sudan
This #newcities country, as the article suggests, is to be located in the world's youngest country of South Sudan. The land on which it is scheduled to be developed is that of a former rhino sanctuary.
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
This #newcities country, as the article suggests, is to be located in the world's youngest country of South Sudan. The land on which it is scheduled to be developed is that of a former rhino sanctuary.
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
Kasangulu Smart City, Democratic Republic of Congo
This #newcities project seems to be one of the more confusing ones that I have come across. 3D renderings don't seem to have any continuity, and I cannot seem to find any concrete location details.
www.freightnews.co.za/article/smar...
This #newcities project seems to be one of the more confusing ones that I have come across. 3D renderings don't seem to have any continuity, and I cannot seem to find any concrete location details.
www.freightnews.co.za/article/smar...
Smart city for Kinshasa will boost region
The new city will facilitate all manner of cooperation across the East African Community.
www.freightnews.co.za
November 9, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Kasangulu Smart City, Democratic Republic of Congo
This #newcities project seems to be one of the more confusing ones that I have come across. 3D renderings don't seem to have any continuity, and I cannot seem to find any concrete location details.
www.freightnews.co.za/article/smar...
This #newcities project seems to be one of the more confusing ones that I have come across. 3D renderings don't seem to have any continuity, and I cannot seem to find any concrete location details.
www.freightnews.co.za/article/smar...
Uganda Eco-Satellite City, Uganda
This #newcities project is exciting in its aim and goals, yet concerning in that it seems to repeat some of the same mistakes seen in other African city-building projects. Situated between Entebbe and Kampala, it is designed to...
www.africaone.com/articles/uga...
This #newcities project is exciting in its aim and goals, yet concerning in that it seems to repeat some of the same mistakes seen in other African city-building projects. Situated between Entebbe and Kampala, it is designed to...
www.africaone.com/articles/uga...
Uganda Launches Eco-Satellite City to Propel High-Tech Urban Development
AfricaOne News delivers the latest breaking news and in-depth reporting from across Africa. From politics and economics to sports, culture, and technology, our comprehensive coverage keeps you informe...
www.africaone.com
November 9, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Uganda Eco-Satellite City, Uganda
This #newcities project is exciting in its aim and goals, yet concerning in that it seems to repeat some of the same mistakes seen in other African city-building projects. Situated between Entebbe and Kampala, it is designed to...
www.africaone.com/articles/uga...
This #newcities project is exciting in its aim and goals, yet concerning in that it seems to repeat some of the same mistakes seen in other African city-building projects. Situated between Entebbe and Kampala, it is designed to...
www.africaone.com/articles/uga...
Silk City, Kuwait
This #newcities project is another situated within the gulf states, presumably stemming from ambitions to diversify their economies away from oil. This project has been in progress since the 1980s, suggesting significant delays.
kuwaittimes.com/article/2924...
This #newcities project is another situated within the gulf states, presumably stemming from ambitions to diversify their economies away from oil. This project has been in progress since the 1980s, suggesting significant delays.
kuwaittimes.com/article/2924...
Kuwait renews push for Northern Economic Zone - kuwaitTimes
KUWAIT: In a renewed drive to advance one of Kuwait’s most ambitious development projects, His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Min...
kuwaittimes.com
November 9, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Silk City, Kuwait
This #newcities project is another situated within the gulf states, presumably stemming from ambitions to diversify their economies away from oil. This project has been in progress since the 1980s, suggesting significant delays.
kuwaittimes.com/article/2924...
This #newcities project is another situated within the gulf states, presumably stemming from ambitions to diversify their economies away from oil. This project has been in progress since the 1980s, suggesting significant delays.
kuwaittimes.com/article/2924...
Abusera Airport City, Ethiopia
Concrete plans about this #newcities project were a bit elusive, but this project is just too bizarre and interesting to pass up. The Ethiopian government is trying to build a city centered around a massive airport outside Addis Ababa.
thereportermagazines.com/2476/
Concrete plans about this #newcities project were a bit elusive, but this project is just too bizarre and interesting to pass up. The Ethiopian government is trying to build a city centered around a massive airport outside Addis Ababa.
thereportermagazines.com/2476/
Ethiopian Airlines Secures Land for Ambitious Airport City Project in Bishoftu
The Ethiopian Airlines Group has secured the designated land from the Oromia regional government for its ambitious airport city project
thereportermagazines.com
November 4, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Abusera Airport City, Ethiopia
Concrete plans about this #newcities project were a bit elusive, but this project is just too bizarre and interesting to pass up. The Ethiopian government is trying to build a city centered around a massive airport outside Addis Ababa.
thereportermagazines.com/2476/
Concrete plans about this #newcities project were a bit elusive, but this project is just too bizarre and interesting to pass up. The Ethiopian government is trying to build a city centered around a massive airport outside Addis Ababa.
thereportermagazines.com/2476/
New Harare, Zimbabwe
Already planned to become Zimbabwe's new capital city, New Harare is not one that I am crazy about. Likely holding a total price tag of around $60bn, this city represents very misplaced priorities for a country with a 57.5% inflation rate.
www.reuters.com/article/mark...
Already planned to become Zimbabwe's new capital city, New Harare is not one that I am crazy about. Likely holding a total price tag of around $60bn, this city represents very misplaced priorities for a country with a 57.5% inflation rate.
www.reuters.com/article/mark...
www.reuters.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:52 PM
New Harare, Zimbabwe
Already planned to become Zimbabwe's new capital city, New Harare is not one that I am crazy about. Likely holding a total price tag of around $60bn, this city represents very misplaced priorities for a country with a 57.5% inflation rate.
www.reuters.com/article/mark...
Already planned to become Zimbabwe's new capital city, New Harare is not one that I am crazy about. Likely holding a total price tag of around $60bn, this city represents very misplaced priorities for a country with a 57.5% inflation rate.
www.reuters.com/article/mark...
Alatau City, Kazakhstan
This #newcities project is planned to be situated just outside Almaty and will serve as a testbed for "smart governance" and potential crypto-led ambitions on a national scale. Kazakhstan has framed this city as their own version of Singapore.
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
This #newcities project is planned to be situated just outside Almaty and will serve as a testbed for "smart governance" and potential crypto-led ambitions on a national scale. Kazakhstan has framed this city as their own version of Singapore.
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
Kazakhstan Unveils Alatau: Investor-Led City with Crypto Ambitions - The Times Of Central Asia
Madiyev also proposed key regulatory and infrastructural reforms to attract foreign investors. English should become the city’s main business language,
timesca.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Alatau City, Kazakhstan
This #newcities project is planned to be situated just outside Almaty and will serve as a testbed for "smart governance" and potential crypto-led ambitions on a national scale. Kazakhstan has framed this city as their own version of Singapore.
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
This #newcities project is planned to be situated just outside Almaty and will serve as a testbed for "smart governance" and potential crypto-led ambitions on a national scale. Kazakhstan has framed this city as their own version of Singapore.
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
Silica City, Guyana
I love the vision for this #newcities project, but as always, am very skeptical when I see every new city buzzword being thrown into a single article. This project appears to be politically motivated, driven by current President Ali.
caribbeannewsglobal.com/silica-city-...
I love the vision for this #newcities project, but as always, am very skeptical when I see every new city buzzword being thrown into a single article. This project appears to be politically motivated, driven by current President Ali.
caribbeannewsglobal.com/silica-city-...
Silica City to become Guyana’s first fully sustainable and technologically advanced city - Caribbean News Global
Diaspora urged to tap into diverse investment opportunities in Silica City’s development GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – As the second phase of the Silica City project is set to commence shortly, preside...
caribbeannewsglobal.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Silica City, Guyana
I love the vision for this #newcities project, but as always, am very skeptical when I see every new city buzzword being thrown into a single article. This project appears to be politically motivated, driven by current President Ali.
caribbeannewsglobal.com/silica-city-...
I love the vision for this #newcities project, but as always, am very skeptical when I see every new city buzzword being thrown into a single article. This project appears to be politically motivated, driven by current President Ali.
caribbeannewsglobal.com/silica-city-...
Ali Al-Wardi Residential City, Iraq
An interesting development coming out of Iraq, Ali Al-Wardi Residential City plans to be technically independent -- with 120k different housing units -- but will likely rely on capital and population from Baghdad. #newcities
www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-ap...
An interesting development coming out of Iraq, Ali Al-Wardi Residential City plans to be technically independent -- with 120k different housing units -- but will likely rely on capital and population from Baghdad. #newcities
www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-ap...
Iraq approves designs of largest new residential city - Iraqi News
The Iraqi Minister of Construction approved on Monday the designs of the new Ali Al-Wardi residential city project in Baghdad.
www.iraqinews.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Ali Al-Wardi Residential City, Iraq
An interesting development coming out of Iraq, Ali Al-Wardi Residential City plans to be technically independent -- with 120k different housing units -- but will likely rely on capital and population from Baghdad. #newcities
www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-ap...
An interesting development coming out of Iraq, Ali Al-Wardi Residential City plans to be technically independent -- with 120k different housing units -- but will likely rely on capital and population from Baghdad. #newcities
www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-ap...
'Global City' in Madurantakam, India
With the location JUST approved, this will be situated 60km south of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India. 'Global City' (unsure if this will be changed) will serve as a "net-zero, 15-minute city with a strong focus on ESG principles", renewable energy integration, etc.
With the location JUST approved, this will be situated 60km south of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India. 'Global City' (unsure if this will be changed) will serve as a "net-zero, 15-minute city with a strong focus on ESG principles", renewable energy integration, etc.
Global city to rise in Madurantakam | Chennai News - The Times of India
Chennai: The race to identify the spot for TN's new global city is over. The 2,000-acre project will come up in Maduranthakam taluk, Chengalpet distri.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
November 2, 2025 at 6:05 PM
'Global City' in Madurantakam, India
With the location JUST approved, this will be situated 60km south of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India. 'Global City' (unsure if this will be changed) will serve as a "net-zero, 15-minute city with a strong focus on ESG principles", renewable energy integration, etc.
With the location JUST approved, this will be situated 60km south of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India. 'Global City' (unsure if this will be changed) will serve as a "net-zero, 15-minute city with a strong focus on ESG principles", renewable energy integration, etc.
Sultan Haitham City, Oman
This one might be my favourite project so far. ~30km west of Muscat, this project will focus on green space usage and the "15-minute city" model. Notably, it will adhere to national building height rules to preserve cultural identity. #newcities
www.agbi.com/construction...
This one might be my favourite project so far. ~30km west of Muscat, this project will focus on green space usage and the "15-minute city" model. Notably, it will adhere to national building height rules to preserve cultural identity. #newcities
www.agbi.com/construction...
First phase of Oman's Sultan Haitham City on track for 2030
Oman's Sultan Haitham City will have 20,000 housing units distributed across 19 integrated residential neighbourhoods
www.agbi.com
October 7, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Sultan Haitham City, Oman
This one might be my favourite project so far. ~30km west of Muscat, this project will focus on green space usage and the "15-minute city" model. Notably, it will adhere to national building height rules to preserve cultural identity. #newcities
www.agbi.com/construction...
This one might be my favourite project so far. ~30km west of Muscat, this project will focus on green space usage and the "15-minute city" model. Notably, it will adhere to national building height rules to preserve cultural identity. #newcities
www.agbi.com/construction...
Telosa, USA
This is the first I am hearing about this proposed smart-city (location TBD). A collaborative effort between businessman Mark Lore and Danish architecture firm BIG, the project aims to use the 15-minute city model for a "people-first" design. #newcities www.forbes.com/sites/narges...
This is the first I am hearing about this proposed smart-city (location TBD). A collaborative effort between businessman Mark Lore and Danish architecture firm BIG, the project aims to use the 15-minute city model for a "people-first" design. #newcities www.forbes.com/sites/narges...
Telosa: BIG’s Bold Vision For Sustainable, People-First Urban Living
Telosa, a visionary project by architect BIG and entrepreneur Marc Lore, is a carbon-neutral city in the American desert for 2050 with a focus on social equity.
www.forbes.com
September 30, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Telosa, USA
This is the first I am hearing about this proposed smart-city (location TBD). A collaborative effort between businessman Mark Lore and Danish architecture firm BIG, the project aims to use the 15-minute city model for a "people-first" design. #newcities www.forbes.com/sites/narges...
This is the first I am hearing about this proposed smart-city (location TBD). A collaborative effort between businessman Mark Lore and Danish architecture firm BIG, the project aims to use the 15-minute city model for a "people-first" design. #newcities www.forbes.com/sites/narges...
BRABUS Island, UAE
It was a bit puzzling to hear that German auto manufacturer BRABUS has plans (and a party) to launch a luxury real estate island on what is a currently an empty stretch of sand in Abu Dhabi's Al Seef District.
gulfbusiness.com/brabus-islan...
It was a bit puzzling to hear that German auto manufacturer BRABUS has plans (and a party) to launch a luxury real estate island on what is a currently an empty stretch of sand in Abu Dhabi's Al Seef District.
gulfbusiness.com/brabus-islan...
BRABUS Island launch transforms Emirates Palace in 48 hours
To reflect the BRABUS brand DNA, the agency sourced bespoke materials from across the UAE – from carpets and cutlery to furniture and textiles
gulfbusiness.com
September 19, 2025 at 9:57 PM
BRABUS Island, UAE
It was a bit puzzling to hear that German auto manufacturer BRABUS has plans (and a party) to launch a luxury real estate island on what is a currently an empty stretch of sand in Abu Dhabi's Al Seef District.
gulfbusiness.com/brabus-islan...
It was a bit puzzling to hear that German auto manufacturer BRABUS has plans (and a party) to launch a luxury real estate island on what is a currently an empty stretch of sand in Abu Dhabi's Al Seef District.
gulfbusiness.com/brabus-islan...
Gelephu Mindfulness City, Bhutan
I found this to be a really interesting development coming out of Bhutan, as it seeks to use the country's ethos of 'happiness' to create an economic hub bridging South and Southeast Asia.
#newcities
I found this to be a really interesting development coming out of Bhutan, as it seeks to use the country's ethos of 'happiness' to create an economic hub bridging South and Southeast Asia.
#newcities
Gelephu Mindfulness City: Bhutan’s Model for Poverty Reduction - The Borgen Project
Bhutan has launched the Gelephu Mindfulness City, a development project to bolster economic prosperity by focusing on spiritual well-being.
borgenproject.org
September 15, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Gelephu Mindfulness City, Bhutan
I found this to be a really interesting development coming out of Bhutan, as it seeks to use the country's ethos of 'happiness' to create an economic hub bridging South and Southeast Asia.
#newcities
I found this to be a really interesting development coming out of Bhutan, as it seeks to use the country's ethos of 'happiness' to create an economic hub bridging South and Southeast Asia.
#newcities