Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, and its commercial hub, Lagos, have been ranked as the first and second cheapest cities for expatriates to live in Africa for 2024.
The Mercer’s Cost of Living disclosed the rankings in a report made available on Wednesday
The report also highlights the cost of living as a crucial consideration for expatriates when selecting a city for relocation, as it impacts their quality of life and financial stability.
The findings attribute the affordability of these cities to currency depreciations, which have significantly reduced the cost of living for international assignees.
Blantyre in Malawi comes third on the list while Durban in South Africa and Windhoek in Namibia comes fourth and fifth respectively.
Here is the full list of the top10 cheapest cities to live in Africa with their global rank
1. Abuja, Nigeria
2. Lagos, Nigeria
3. Blantyre, Malawi
4. Durban, South Africa
5. Windhoek, Namibia
6. Gaborone, Botswana
7. Lusaka, Zambia
8. Tunis, Tunisia
9. Cape Town, South Africa
10. Johannesburg, South Africa
