Daily Trust· 2h ago· 1 min read
A s the world’s population continues to grow, the ranking of the largest cities in the world is also constantly evolving.
According to the World Population Review 2026 city proper population data, several global cities have strengthened their positions, while others have slipped down the list due to differences in how city boundaries are measured.
One of the biggest inclusions in the latest rankings is Kano, Nigeria, which has secured a place among the 10 largest cities in the world by population in 2026.
The list also highlights China’s continued dominance, with multiple cities making the top 10, while Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo emerges as the world’s third-most populous city based on city proper figures.
Kano, Nigeria, ranked among the world’s 10 largest cities by population in 2026 report.
Here’s the full list of the 10 largest cities in the world by…
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