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A Saudi Arabian city is transforming ordinary traffic circles into works of art that celebrate local heritage and draw visitors from around the world. Hail's artistic roundabouts and public squares are boosting tourism while making the city more beautiful for residents.
A decade of tree planting and smart infrastructure has transformed Ethiopia's capital into a model for sustainable city growth. UN official says Addis Ababa proves African cities can expand while protecting the planet.
Vietnam's largest city is transforming into a 22 million person metropolis where residents can travel anywhere in just one hour. The ambitious 2050 master plan combines metro lines, coastal development, and smart growth to create one of Asia's most livable cities.
The Kansas City Royals are partnering with Hallmark Cards on a $3 billion downtown project featuring a new ballpark at Crown Center. Two-thirds of the funding comes from private sources, creating 85 acres of mixed-use development in the heart of the city.
A year after suffering a demoralizing 8-0 defeat, League Two Salford City proved their growth by pushing Manchester City to the limit in a respectable 2-0 loss. The underdog performance showed how far the fourth-tier club has come.
Cincinnati is creating a one-stop shop for developers and a new department focused on helping residents build wealth. The restructuring aims to fix years of complaints about red tape while keeping all 38 employees in new roles.
A new technology school launched in Patna instead of a metro city, proving students in smaller cities can land top internships within their first year. First-year students are already winning competitions at IIT Bombay and securing paid developer roles.
David Jinkens, a founding board member who helped launch California's premier economic development organization in 1980, just received its highest honor for a lifetime of strengthening communities. The South Lake Tahoe City Council member and retired city manager will receive the 2026 Local Economic Development Champion Award for transforming his region's economy over four decades.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister says Addis Ababa's corridor development proves cities can transform themselves without the massive cost of building new capitals from scratch. The approach combines infrastructure upgrades with cultural change to create lasting urban renewal.
When developers came for their land in 1993, 120 farmers in Pune refused to sell and chose something bolder. They pooled 400 acres and built their own tech city worth billions.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed toured eastern Ethiopia's development projects, inspecting a one-million-book library, modern service centers, and green urban corridors that are reshaping how Ethiopians live and work. These infrastructure wins show how the nation is building knowledge hubs and livable cities across the country.
South Korea is helping six cities across Southeast Asia tackle traffic jams, water shortages, and safety issues with AI-powered solutions. The projects could transform urban life for millions while opening new markets for tech companies.
Egypt just launched The Spine, a $27 billion "cognitive city" powered by artificial intelligence that will create 155,000 jobs and contribute one percent to the nation's GDP. The futuristic development uses AI to manage everything from energy to underground logistics in real time.
Colombia showcased its people-first approach to urban technology at the World Governments Summit, earning recognition as Latin America's leader in equitable smart city development. The nation's $163.5 million investment combines AI governance, green infrastructure, and 20,000 tech scholarships to prove innovation can deliver both efficiency and inclusion.
A Nigerian pastor transformed a snake-filled wilderness into a thriving city with hospitals, schools, and modern infrastructure while growing his church from 39 to 30,000 parishes worldwide. Pastor Enoch Adeboye's achievement offers lessons in leadership and urban development that governments should study.
Sault Ste. Marie is moving forward with a $200 million port development that could create nearly 2,500 jobs and transform the local economy. The project comes as the city faces major layoffs from its largest employer, offering hope for economic diversification.
Tanzania is transforming three of its fastest-growing cities into models of sustainable urban development, combining green infrastructure with economic opportunity. The $265 million program is already improving water access and creating jobs for young people in Mwanza, Tanga, and Pemba.
A consortium plans an $18 billion next-generation coastal city in Vietnam's Van Don Economic Zone, integrating tourism, healthcare, and innovation across 5,000 hectares. If approved, the project would become one of the largest investments in the region and create a new model for sustainable coastal development.
Arizona's fourth-largest city is opening direct lines between entrepreneurs and economic development leadership. Starting in August, business owners can book free 30-minute sessions to discuss growth plans, permitting questions, and city resources.
One Bangkok, Thailand's largest green building project, uses a quarter million IoT sensors to create a sustainable smart city district. The 1.8 million square meter development saves 17,000 megawatt-hours annually while serving over 100,000 people every day.
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