The city of Akon City, a proposed的一项 in Senegal, has drawn comparisons from the fictional Wakanda, a work of Marvel’s Black Panther. However, the city was abandoned after being abandoned in favor of a more realistic project. The project was later renamed “Akin City” and would serve as a “home back home” for African-Americans and communities worldwide. The city would integrate technology, sustainability, and innovation, with a focus on renewable energy. The project started with construction at the project site, which is in Senegal’s Western Savannah district, 60 miles south of the city. By 2023, a phase one would include a hospital, shopping mall, high school, police station, waste center, and a solar plant. The city is powered by a cryptocurrency, Akoin, which is yet to gain traction, as the funding, legal, and construction challenges remain.
The city was initially designed to be a futuristic city with curvaceous skyscrapers and eco-friendly features. However, the organization responsible for the project, Serigne Mamadou Mboup, revealed that the project “no longer exists” after what was still the last shot in negotiations with the entrepreneur Alioune Badara Thiam. The project reportedly also caused significant tension during the funding, legal, and construction phases. The city is featured by the BBC, but its relevance is falling due to the lack of concrete steps. The city is meant to serve as a model for sustainable cities and is set to power the country’s economy that relies on renewable energy. The city’s expansion to the West African country is also planned for the next Youth Olympic Games, with a more modest development underway.
The concept of AKON City has been a topic of debate, with some proposing it as a stepping stone to a more comprehensive “White City” for Africa. The city, while ambitious, faces significant challenges such as funding issues and legal troubles. The city’s design, including curvaceous skyscrapers, has been a prominent feature of the project. However, the lack of a fully realized model has left the project in limbo. Competitive branding and scrutiny by experts suggest the city’s development is not yet fully realized.
The city, with its focus on sustainability and renewable energy, aims to power the country’s economy and contribute to global efforts to combat climate change. The city is also set to bring about a more modest development on the Akon City site, pending further construction. As the country prepares for the arrival of the Youth Olympic Games, which are expected to have a significant impact on the region, the city’s expansion to another location is nearing completion. The process is part of a broader effort to create a more balanced and sustainable African future.
