Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, located 35 kilometers east of Cairo, is an ambitious project that aims to transform the country into a global economic and cultural hub. The latest addition to this project is the Twin Towers, which are set to become the tallest buildings in Africa once completed.
The Twin Towers are a joint venture between Egypt’s Ministry of Housing and China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which is also responsible for building the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The towers are expected to rise to a height of 385 meters, surpassing the four towers of the Nairobi City Centre in Kenya, which currently hold the title of Africa’s tallest buildings at 200 meters.
The design of the Twin Towers is inspired by the ancient Egyptian lotus flower, with the towers curving upwards in a graceful fashion. The towers will be joined at the base by a large podium, which will house a shopping mall, restaurants, and other services.
The towers will also house offices for various government and private organizations, as well as luxury apartments and a hotel. The upper levels of the towers will offer spectacular views of the surrounding desert landscape, while the hotel will feature a rooftop pool and spa for guests.
The Twin Towers project represents a significant milestone for Egypt’s New Capital, which is expected to house over 6.5 million people once completed. It is also a testament to the growing relationship between Egypt and China, which has invested billions of dollars in the country’s infrastructure projects in recent years.
One of the key aims of the New Capital project is to ease congestion in Cairo, which is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. The Twin Towers, along with other planned developments, are expected to create thousands of jobs and attract foreign investment into the country.
Construction on the Twin Towers began in 2019 and is expected to be completed by 2022, in time for the launch of the new administrative capital. The project is being closely watched by architectural enthusiasts around the world, and is set to become a landmark in Egypt and the African continent as a whole.