20 - #newcities
Zimbabwe Cyber City (or New Harare) is to be built near the capital, Harare. Companies from the UAE are funding the project, designed to be similar to the luxury of Dubai. Given the significant social, political and financial struggles that—
www.africanews.com/2022/09/07/z...
Zimbabwe Cyber City (or New Harare) is to be built near the capital, Harare. Companies from the UAE are funding the project, designed to be similar to the luxury of Dubai. Given the significant social, political and financial struggles that—
www.africanews.com/2022/09/07/z...
Zimbabwe: 'Cybercity' project to anchor new capital city | Africanews
I think what we are seeing is a huge infrastructure gap in Zimbabwe and we think that those kinds of investments would actually catapult us in terms of reaching our vision 2030 objectives to be a midd...
www.africanews.com
September 20, 2025 at 11:55 PM
20 - #newcities
Zimbabwe Cyber City (or New Harare) is to be built near the capital, Harare. Companies from the UAE are funding the project, designed to be similar to the luxury of Dubai. Given the significant social, political and financial struggles that—
www.africanews.com/2022/09/07/z...
Zimbabwe Cyber City (or New Harare) is to be built near the capital, Harare. Companies from the UAE are funding the project, designed to be similar to the luxury of Dubai. Given the significant social, political and financial struggles that—
www.africanews.com/2022/09/07/z...
19 - #newcities
Australia’s Bradfield City project sounds quite practical, offering a modern city centered on technology that encourages residents to walk instead of drive. I think it’s refreshing that the government is asking for the public’s thoughts on the-
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
Australia’s Bradfield City project sounds quite practical, offering a modern city centered on technology that encourages residents to walk instead of drive. I think it’s refreshing that the government is asking for the public’s thoughts on the-
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
Sydney to get brand new '15-minute city' with car-free streets
'Australia's newest city' will have car-free streets and be a green and sustainable centre of high-tech industry, at least if all goes to plan.
www.dailymail.co.uk
September 20, 2025 at 11:30 PM
19 - #newcities
Australia’s Bradfield City project sounds quite practical, offering a modern city centered on technology that encourages residents to walk instead of drive. I think it’s refreshing that the government is asking for the public’s thoughts on the-
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
Australia’s Bradfield City project sounds quite practical, offering a modern city centered on technology that encourages residents to walk instead of drive. I think it’s refreshing that the government is asking for the public’s thoughts on the-
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
18 - #newcities
Sri Lanka announced in 2022 that it was building Colombo Port City with investments from a Chinese company. This new city is an example of land reclamation, as it will be located on sand piled along the shoreline. Similar to some other new cities,-
www.bbc.com/news/world-a...
Sri Lanka announced in 2022 that it was building Colombo Port City with investments from a Chinese company. This new city is an example of land reclamation, as it will be located on sand piled along the shoreline. Similar to some other new cities,-
www.bbc.com/news/world-a...
Colombo Port City: A new Dubai or a Chinese enclave?
China is helping Sri Lanka build a new city to rival global offshore centres. Who will it benefit?
www.bbc.com
September 20, 2025 at 10:58 PM
18 - #newcities
Sri Lanka announced in 2022 that it was building Colombo Port City with investments from a Chinese company. This new city is an example of land reclamation, as it will be located on sand piled along the shoreline. Similar to some other new cities,-
www.bbc.com/news/world-a...
Sri Lanka announced in 2022 that it was building Colombo Port City with investments from a Chinese company. This new city is an example of land reclamation, as it will be located on sand piled along the shoreline. Similar to some other new cities,-
www.bbc.com/news/world-a...
17 - #newcities
In 2023, Jordan introduced its plan to build a new city about 40 km outside of Amman. With a population that is consistently increasing, the capital has become too congested. The government argues that this project will add thousands of jobs.-
www.middleeasteye.net/news/jordan-...
In 2023, Jordan introduced its plan to build a new city about 40 km outside of Amman. With a population that is consistently increasing, the capital has become too congested. The government argues that this project will add thousands of jobs.-
www.middleeasteye.net/news/jordan-...
Debt-ridden Jordan follows Egypt's lead and plans new city in the desert
Jordanians struggling in kingdom's wheezing economy fear megaproject will only make things worse
www.middleeasteye.net
September 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
17 - #newcities
In 2023, Jordan introduced its plan to build a new city about 40 km outside of Amman. With a population that is consistently increasing, the capital has become too congested. The government argues that this project will add thousands of jobs.-
www.middleeasteye.net/news/jordan-...
In 2023, Jordan introduced its plan to build a new city about 40 km outside of Amman. With a population that is consistently increasing, the capital has become too congested. The government argues that this project will add thousands of jobs.-
www.middleeasteye.net/news/jordan-...
16 - #newcities
Praxis is a new city by libertarian Dryden Brown. He envisions a city run by AI that will govern itself. While Brown has floated the idea of buying Greenland for Praxis, he doesn’t actually have any land to turn this into a reality. The designs of Praxis-
nypost.com/2025/04/06/w...
Praxis is a new city by libertarian Dryden Brown. He envisions a city run by AI that will govern itself. While Brown has floated the idea of buying Greenland for Praxis, he doesn’t actually have any land to turn this into a reality. The designs of Praxis-
nypost.com/2025/04/06/w...
Cybercity of the future: How an ambitious 29-year old plans to build Praxis, a stateless tech utopia
As to why Greenland is being eyed for a city of the future, Praxis founder Dryden Brown told The Post, “We find the frontier to be exciting and want to take on heroic challenges. Building a city on…
nypost.com
September 19, 2025 at 12:41 AM
16 - #newcities
Praxis is a new city by libertarian Dryden Brown. He envisions a city run by AI that will govern itself. While Brown has floated the idea of buying Greenland for Praxis, he doesn’t actually have any land to turn this into a reality. The designs of Praxis-
nypost.com/2025/04/06/w...
Praxis is a new city by libertarian Dryden Brown. He envisions a city run by AI that will govern itself. While Brown has floated the idea of buying Greenland for Praxis, he doesn’t actually have any land to turn this into a reality. The designs of Praxis-
nypost.com/2025/04/06/w...
15 - #newcities
In 2021, the Chinese government announced a new city project it calls Chengdu Future Science and Technology City. The design aims to include both urban and rural elements by utilizing the green space available. The main focus of this new city is on-
www.cnn.com/style/articl...
In 2021, the Chinese government announced a new city project it calls Chengdu Future Science and Technology City. The design aims to include both urban and rural elements by utilizing the green space available. The main focus of this new city is on-
www.cnn.com/style/articl...
New ‘future city’ to rise in southwest China | CNN
Plans for a new “future city” in Chengdu features a design that will combine industry and technology with the pastoral beauty of the countryside.
www.cnn.com
September 17, 2025 at 7:49 PM
15 - #newcities
In 2021, the Chinese government announced a new city project it calls Chengdu Future Science and Technology City. The design aims to include both urban and rural elements by utilizing the green space available. The main focus of this new city is on-
www.cnn.com/style/articl...
In 2021, the Chinese government announced a new city project it calls Chengdu Future Science and Technology City. The design aims to include both urban and rural elements by utilizing the green space available. The main focus of this new city is on-
www.cnn.com/style/articl...
14 - #newcities
While I have read about Neom in some of my classmates' posts, the headline of this article still shocked me. Many people are being forcibly displaced to build The Line, with communities destroyed as if they never existed. Those who fight back are in-
www.bbc.com/news/world-m...
While I have read about Neom in some of my classmates' posts, the headline of this article still shocked me. Many people are being forcibly displaced to build The Line, with communities destroyed as if they never existed. Those who fight back are in-
www.bbc.com/news/world-m...
Neom: Saudi forces 'told to kill' to clear land for eco-city
An ex-intelligence officer tells the BBC he was permitted to shoot dead those resisting eviction.
www.bbc.com
September 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
14 - #newcities
While I have read about Neom in some of my classmates' posts, the headline of this article still shocked me. Many people are being forcibly displaced to build The Line, with communities destroyed as if they never existed. Those who fight back are in-
www.bbc.com/news/world-m...
While I have read about Neom in some of my classmates' posts, the headline of this article still shocked me. Many people are being forcibly displaced to build The Line, with communities destroyed as if they never existed. Those who fight back are in-
www.bbc.com/news/world-m...
13 - #newcities
Vietnam's North Hanoi Smart City project will be both large and expensive. It is an example of a planned city that is intentional, with the idea being to take the concept of the 'smart city' to the next level. For instance, a large focus of the-
en.vneconomy.vn/42-bln-north...
Vietnam's North Hanoi Smart City project will be both large and expensive. It is an example of a planned city that is intentional, with the idea being to take the concept of the 'smart city' to the next level. For instance, a large focus of the-
en.vneconomy.vn/42-bln-north...
North Hanoi Smart City Project: $4.2 Billion Investment
Discover the groundbreaking North Hanoi Smart City, aiming for carbon neutrality and modern urban living. Join the journey towards sustainability!
en.vneconomy.vn
September 16, 2025 at 9:26 PM
13 - #newcities
Vietnam's North Hanoi Smart City project will be both large and expensive. It is an example of a planned city that is intentional, with the idea being to take the concept of the 'smart city' to the next level. For instance, a large focus of the-
en.vneconomy.vn/42-bln-north...
Vietnam's North Hanoi Smart City project will be both large and expensive. It is an example of a planned city that is intentional, with the idea being to take the concept of the 'smart city' to the next level. For instance, a large focus of the-
en.vneconomy.vn/42-bln-north...
12 - #newcities
In April of this year, South Africa started building a new city named Westown. This project is more of the same as many others around the world in terms of its reliance on technology and efforts to be sustainable. What is different about Westown-
www.newsweek.com/south-africa...
In April of this year, South Africa started building a new city named Westown. This project is more of the same as many others around the world in terms of its reliance on technology and efforts to be sustainable. What is different about Westown-
www.newsweek.com/south-africa...
South Africa's plans for $800 million "smart city"
The new city of Westown, dubbed "the new city of the West," is scheduled to be completed within 15 years.
www.newsweek.com
September 16, 2025 at 8:57 PM
12 - #newcities
In April of this year, South Africa started building a new city named Westown. This project is more of the same as many others around the world in terms of its reliance on technology and efforts to be sustainable. What is different about Westown-
www.newsweek.com/south-africa...
In April of this year, South Africa started building a new city named Westown. This project is more of the same as many others around the world in terms of its reliance on technology and efforts to be sustainable. What is different about Westown-
www.newsweek.com/south-africa...
11 - #newcities
Oman is building Sultan Haitham City on land near its capital. It will mainly use renewable energy sources to function, in an effort to reduce the impact on the environment. Sultan Haitham City will include a large park, along with homes, hospitals,-
www.cnn.com/style/oman-s...
Oman is building Sultan Haitham City on land near its capital. It will mainly use renewable energy sources to function, in an effort to reduce the impact on the environment. Sultan Haitham City will include a large park, along with homes, hospitals,-
www.cnn.com/style/oman-s...
Oman unveils plans for 100,000-person ‘smart’ city | CNN
Set across 5.7 square miles outside Oman’s capital Muscat, the district will be as big as Beverly Hills — but with almost three times as many residents.
www.cnn.com
September 15, 2025 at 2:53 PM
11 - #newcities
Oman is building Sultan Haitham City on land near its capital. It will mainly use renewable energy sources to function, in an effort to reduce the impact on the environment. Sultan Haitham City will include a large park, along with homes, hospitals,-
www.cnn.com/style/oman-s...
Oman is building Sultan Haitham City on land near its capital. It will mainly use renewable energy sources to function, in an effort to reduce the impact on the environment. Sultan Haitham City will include a large park, along with homes, hospitals,-
www.cnn.com/style/oman-s...
10 - #newcities
In 2023, the government of South Sudan announced that it was back on track to start building the new capital, Ramciel. However, there is little to no proof to support this claim. The initial idea for this new project was to create a proper capital-
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
In 2023, the government of South Sudan announced that it was back on track to start building the new capital, Ramciel. However, there is little to no proof to support this claim. The initial idea for this new project was to create a proper capital-
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
September 15, 2025 at 2:30 PM
10 - #newcities
In 2023, the government of South Sudan announced that it was back on track to start building the new capital, Ramciel. However, there is little to no proof to support this claim. The initial idea for this new project was to create a proper capital-
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
In 2023, the government of South Sudan announced that it was back on track to start building the new capital, Ramciel. However, there is little to no proof to support this claim. The initial idea for this new project was to create a proper capital-
www.newsweek.com/south-sudan-...
9 - #newcities
Bhutan’s plans for Gelephu Mindfulness City are unique in the sense that they prioritize wellness. It is designed to attract both tourists and businesses to an environment that encourages physical activity and well-being. One noteworthy point is that-
www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
Bhutan’s plans for Gelephu Mindfulness City are unique in the sense that they prioritize wellness. It is designed to attract both tourists and businesses to an environment that encourages physical activity and well-being. One noteworthy point is that-
www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
Buddhist Bhutan to build 'mindfulness city' to woo investment, create jobs
Bhutan, the Himalayan kingdom that brought the world the concept of gross national happiness, is set to build a "mindfulness city" and began raising funds on Monday to help start the ambitious project.
www.reuters.com
September 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
9 - #newcities
Bhutan’s plans for Gelephu Mindfulness City are unique in the sense that they prioritize wellness. It is designed to attract both tourists and businesses to an environment that encourages physical activity and well-being. One noteworthy point is that-
www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
Bhutan’s plans for Gelephu Mindfulness City are unique in the sense that they prioritize wellness. It is designed to attract both tourists and businesses to an environment that encourages physical activity and well-being. One noteworthy point is that-
www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
8 - #newcities
Kazakhstan recently announced that it plans to build Alatau, a new city with technology at the forefront. It is being described as an alternative to Dubai, where people can visit, live, and study. Essentially, the government hopes that Alatau will put-
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
Kazakhstan recently announced that it plans to build Alatau, a new city with technology at the forefront. It is being described as an alternative to Dubai, where people can visit, live, and study. Essentially, the government hopes that Alatau will put-
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
September 13, 2025 at 11:14 PM
8 - #newcities
Kazakhstan recently announced that it plans to build Alatau, a new city with technology at the forefront. It is being described as an alternative to Dubai, where people can visit, live, and study. Essentially, the government hopes that Alatau will put-
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
Kazakhstan recently announced that it plans to build Alatau, a new city with technology at the forefront. It is being described as an alternative to Dubai, where people can visit, live, and study. Essentially, the government hopes that Alatau will put-
timesca.com/kazakhstan-u...
7 - #newcities
Maldives Floating City is currently being built with the goal of combatting high sea levels in the Indian Ocean. It is an interesting concept that is new to the world. While the images in the article look cool, I am curious to know what life will-
www.newsweek.com/maldives-flo...
Maldives Floating City is currently being built with the goal of combatting high sea levels in the Indian Ocean. It is an interesting concept that is new to the world. While the images in the article look cool, I am curious to know what life will-
www.newsweek.com/maldives-flo...
Satellite image shows construction of world's first float...
A floating city, considered the world's first, is starting to take shape in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
www.newsweek.com
September 12, 2025 at 10:54 PM
7 - #newcities
Maldives Floating City is currently being built with the goal of combatting high sea levels in the Indian Ocean. It is an interesting concept that is new to the world. While the images in the article look cool, I am curious to know what life will-
www.newsweek.com/maldives-flo...
Maldives Floating City is currently being built with the goal of combatting high sea levels in the Indian Ocean. It is an interesting concept that is new to the world. While the images in the article look cool, I am curious to know what life will-
www.newsweek.com/maldives-flo...
6 - #newcities
The company California Forever, owned by Jan Sramek, purchased land in Solano County, California, with the goal of building a new city. The idea is to provide housing and various transit options while fostering a sustainable environment. Reaction to-
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
The company California Forever, owned by Jan Sramek, purchased land in Solano County, California, with the goal of building a new city. The idea is to provide housing and various transit options while fostering a sustainable environment. Reaction to-
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Meet the Czech Millennial Who's Building a Utopia in the California Hayfields
Armed with tech billions, Jan Sramek has dreams of creating a new, affordable, walkable city. If, that is, California lets him.
www.politico.com
September 11, 2025 at 8:44 PM
6 - #newcities
The company California Forever, owned by Jan Sramek, purchased land in Solano County, California, with the goal of building a new city. The idea is to provide housing and various transit options while fostering a sustainable environment. Reaction to-
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
The company California Forever, owned by Jan Sramek, purchased land in Solano County, California, with the goal of building a new city. The idea is to provide housing and various transit options while fostering a sustainable environment. Reaction to-
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
5 - #newcities
Greece has started building a new city called Ellinikon on the outskirts of Athens. Set on the Saronic Gulf, the project includes a skyscraper, hotels, malls, and parks. Technology will also play a significant role. However, Ellinikon has-
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Greece has started building a new city called Ellinikon on the outskirts of Athens. Set on the Saronic Gulf, the project includes a skyscraper, hotels, malls, and parks. Technology will also play a significant role. However, Ellinikon has-
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Greece's ambitious 'smart city' by the sea takes shape
High above the sparkling surface of the Athens coastline, the cranes for building the 50-floor luxury tower centrepiece of Greece's future "smart city" look out over the Saronic Gulf.
www.france24.com
September 10, 2025 at 2:43 PM
5 - #newcities
Greece has started building a new city called Ellinikon on the outskirts of Athens. Set on the Saronic Gulf, the project includes a skyscraper, hotels, malls, and parks. Technology will also play a significant role. However, Ellinikon has-
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Greece has started building a new city called Ellinikon on the outskirts of Athens. Set on the Saronic Gulf, the project includes a skyscraper, hotels, malls, and parks. Technology will also play a significant role. However, Ellinikon has-
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
4 - #newcities
Through the development of Kigali Innovation City, the government of Rwanda is hoping to bring new ideas from the tech world, as well as income, to the country. Interestingly, the article does not mention when the project is expected to be-
africa-news-agency.com/kigali-innov...
Through the development of Kigali Innovation City, the government of Rwanda is hoping to bring new ideas from the tech world, as well as income, to the country. Interestingly, the article does not mention when the project is expected to be-
africa-news-agency.com/kigali-innov...
Kigali Innovation City : Rwanda, future leader in African innovation
The first stone of the highly anticipated Kigali Innovation City (KIC) has been laid, marking the beginning of a $2 billion project aimed...
africa-news-agency.com
September 8, 2025 at 7:43 PM
4 - #newcities
Through the development of Kigali Innovation City, the government of Rwanda is hoping to bring new ideas from the tech world, as well as income, to the country. Interestingly, the article does not mention when the project is expected to be-
africa-news-agency.com/kigali-innov...
Through the development of Kigali Innovation City, the government of Rwanda is hoping to bring new ideas from the tech world, as well as income, to the country. Interestingly, the article does not mention when the project is expected to be-
africa-news-agency.com/kigali-innov...
3 - #newcities
Lusail is a new city in Qatar that has been in the works for many years. It became popular in the media for hosting the final of the 2022 World Cup. However, there is more to Lusail than meets the eye. The article talks about the measures in place to-
www.cnn.com/travel/artic...
Lusail is a new city in Qatar that has been in the works for many years. It became popular in the media for hosting the final of the 2022 World Cup. However, there is more to Lusail than meets the eye. The article talks about the measures in place to-
www.cnn.com/travel/artic...
Inside Qatar’s ‘city of the future’ | CNN
Construction of Lusail, Qatar’s newest city, hasn’t even finished, yet it’s already becoming a rival to capital Doha. With striking architecture and real livability, it’s easy to see why.
www.cnn.com
September 8, 2025 at 12:37 AM
3 - #newcities
Lusail is a new city in Qatar that has been in the works for many years. It became popular in the media for hosting the final of the 2022 World Cup. However, there is more to Lusail than meets the eye. The article talks about the measures in place to-
www.cnn.com/travel/artic...
Lusail is a new city in Qatar that has been in the works for many years. It became popular in the media for hosting the final of the 2022 World Cup. However, there is more to Lusail than meets the eye. The article talks about the measures in place to-
www.cnn.com/travel/artic...
2 - #newcities
In June, Egypt announced the development of a city called Jirian, in the desert near Cairo. Since this area is particularly dry, it is difficult to grow crops. Thus, a major part of the project is the construction of a passage from the Nile into the-
www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
In June, Egypt announced the development of a city called Jirian, in the desert near Cairo. Since this area is particularly dry, it is difficult to grow crops. Thus, a major part of the project is the construction of a passage from the Nile into the-
www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
Egypt unveils plan for new desert city in latest megaproject
Egypt on Sunday unveiled plans for a vast new urban development west of Cairo where a man-made channel of the River Nile will eventually wind through what was once arid desert.
www.ctvnews.ca
September 4, 2025 at 9:33 PM
2 - #newcities
In June, Egypt announced the development of a city called Jirian, in the desert near Cairo. Since this area is particularly dry, it is difficult to grow crops. Thus, a major part of the project is the construction of a passage from the Nile into the-
www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
In June, Egypt announced the development of a city called Jirian, in the desert near Cairo. Since this area is particularly dry, it is difficult to grow crops. Thus, a major part of the project is the construction of a passage from the Nile into the-
www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
1 - #newcities
The Stockholm Wood City project seeks to prioritize the environment by utilizing wood for building. The developers chose wood because it emits less carbon than traditional building materials.
www.cnbc.com/2025/07/15/e...
The Stockholm Wood City project seeks to prioritize the environment by utilizing wood for building. The developers chose wood because it emits less carbon than traditional building materials.
www.cnbc.com/2025/07/15/e...
Inside Europe’s billion-dollar wooden city
Stockholm Wood City, in the Sickla area, is a 250,000 square meter development made largely of timber.
www.cnbc.com
September 3, 2025 at 3:14 PM
1 - #newcities
The Stockholm Wood City project seeks to prioritize the environment by utilizing wood for building. The developers chose wood because it emits less carbon than traditional building materials.
www.cnbc.com/2025/07/15/e...
The Stockholm Wood City project seeks to prioritize the environment by utilizing wood for building. The developers chose wood because it emits less carbon than traditional building materials.
www.cnbc.com/2025/07/15/e...