Africa's real estate sector is experiencing a remarkable surge, with towering skyscrapers redefining city skylines across the continent. As of 2025, the Iconic Tower in Egypt's New Administrative Capital has taken the top spot as the tallest building in Africa, standing at an impressive 385 meters.

This milestone marks a significant shift in Africa's urban landscape, which was once dominated by a few major financial and commercial hubs like Cairo, Johannesburg, Lagos, and Nairobi. However, since the 2000s, skyscrapers have been rising in many other African cities, transforming urban landscapes across the continent.

The Iconic Tower is a mixed-use supertall skyscraper with 77 floors, mostly for office use, and is one of 20 towers being built as part of the central business district in the new capital city. This structure represents Africa's growing real estate market, attracting investors and businesses.

Other notable skyscrapers on the list of the tallest buildings in Africa as of 2025 include the Mohammed VI Tower in Morocco, The Leonardo in South Africa, and the Carlton Centre, which held the title of Africa's tallest for decades. This week, another milestone was reached in West Africa's skyline transformation as the foundation for what will become the region's tallest building, a 40-story skyscraper, was laid in Eko Atlantic City, Lagos.

The list of the tallest buildings in Africa as of 2025 also includes the Djamaa el Djazaïr in Algeria, the Hassan II Mosque in Morocco, the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Headquarters in Addis Ababa, and the Alamein Downtown Towers D01 Tower 1 in Egypt. These structures symbolize Africa's ambition to develop modern urban hubs, attracting businesses, tourists, and investments.

The boom in Africa's real estate sector is expected to continue, with many more skyscrapers planned or under construction across the continent. This growth is driven by a combination of factors, including urbanization, economic growth, and government initiatives to develop modern cities.

As Africa's skyline continues to transform, it is likely to have a significant impact on the continent's economy, attracting investments, creating jobs, and driving growth. The rise of skyscrapers in Africa is a testament to the continent's growing ambition and confidence in its ability to develop modern, world-class cities.

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