Akon is shutting down rumors that his dream challenge, “Akon Metropolis,” has been scrapped.
The formidable metropolis, first unveiled in 2018, was pitched as a cutting-edge, crypto-powered hub designed to remodel Africa’s future. The plan included an enormous 550-hectare growth close to Mbodiene, Senegal, and was anticipated to be a mix of high-tech innovation and cultural revival, with some even calling it a “real-life Wakanda.”
Earlier this month, a report from the North Africa Submit hit onerous, claiming the Senegalese authorities had determined to drag the plug, citing delays and monetary struggles. It was additionally urged that Sapco-Senegal, a state-owned developer, would now transfer in to construct resorts, flats, and a marina on the land as a substitute. Followers of the challenge had been left disheartened, fearing the worst.
Nevertheless, Akon isn’t backing down. Chatting with TMZ in New York Metropolis, he firmly said that the challenge is way from over, regardless of the net chatter. “The impression that it’s gonna do for Africa is shaking up plenty of agendas,” he mentioned, calling the adverse reviews a part of a marketing campaign to discredit the initiative. Akon insists large tasks like this don’t occur in a single day, particularly in Africa, the place there are numerous pursuits at play. “It’s not gonna cease,” he added, reassuring followers that “Akon Metropolis” continues to be very a lot in movement.
For now, although, when precisely the town shall be completed continues to be up within the air.
