Shopping places are everywhere but in Africa it has changed over the past two decades. Today, Africa has the largest malls in the world, along with shopping, leisure, and culture both under one roof. These malls are not just retail centers but they are lifestyle destinations which are attracting millions of visitors each year.
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Top Biggest Shopping Malls in Africa
| Mall | Location | Size | Highlights |
| Morocco Mall | Casablanca, Morocco | 200,000 sq m | Luxury brands along with aquarium and ocean views |
| Mall of Arabia | Cairo, Egypt | 167,000 sq m | Find huge variety of entertainment zones |
| Cairo Festival City Mall | Cairo, Egypt | 165,000 sq m | Shopping + family leisure |
| Gateway Theatre of Shopping | Durban, South Africa | 150,000 sq m | 350+ stores and cinema with kids’ play |
| Canal Walk Mall | Cape Town, South Africa | 141,000 sq m | 400+ stores, along with canal-inspired design |
| Mall of Africa | Johannesburg, South Africa | 131,000 sq m | 300+ stores as well as Pan-African brands |
| Sandton City | Johannesburg, South Africa | 128,000 sq m | Luxury hub, iconic status |
| Two Rivers Mall | Nairobi, Kenya | 67,000 sq m | International brands with leisure park |
| Fourways Mall | Johannesburg, South Africa | 178,000 sq m | Vast retail, dining, events |
| Mlimani City Mall | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 30,000 sq m | Tanzania’s largest and modern facilities |
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Why These Malls Stand Out
- Entertainment & leisure: Several malls are combining shopping along with cinemas, gaming zones, and family fun.
- Tourist attractions: You can enjoy Morocco Mall’s aquarium and Canal Walks which is designed to attract visitors beyond shopping.
- Economic impact: These malls are also creating thousands of jobs and fueling local economies.
- Cultural hubs: They are serving as gathering points fashion, food, and community life meet.
