Education & Youth
Education drives urban transformation. This axis measures a city's ability to enroll all children in dignified conditions and provide access to digital knowledge.
Why this axis matters in Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa has 98 million out-of-school children. In many cities, schools lack water, electricity and separate toilets for girls and boys.
Measured indicators
Primary and secondary enrollment rate
Average school-to-home distance (target < 2 km)
% of schools with electricity, clean water, separate toilets for girls/boys
Student-to-teacher ratio (target < 40)
% of schools connected to internet
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Water & Energy
Access to clean water, electricity and climate resilience
Health & Care
Access to emergency care, essential medicines and prevention
Mobility & Accessibility
Urban transit, PRM accessibility and territorial equity
Governance & Public Services
Transparency, administrative efficiency and citizen trust
Connectivity & Digital
Internet access, mobile coverage and digital inclusion
Security & Urban Resilience
Public safety, risk management and crisis resilience
Tourism & Attractiveness
Heritage promotion, visitor welcome and international visibility