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Published in 6/2020 - Development

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The Future Lies in Africa

Korbinian Schütze

Views from Wakanda, an imaginary, futuristic African state that acts as a location for the movie Black Panther (2018). Images: Marvel Studios

Africa is urbanising at a fast pace. If western architects want to be part of the development, an attitude of awareness and humbleness is needed.

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