In the heart of a long-overlooked desert region, an ambitious rebirth is taking shape. The Kingdom of Kush, proclaimed sovereign over the Bir Tawil territory on June 13, 1993, presents itself as the modern heir to the ancient Nubian civilization, with a resolutely forward-looking vision. This unique project relies on the special legal status of Bir Tawil, considered terra nullius, to build its legitimacy. Its founders see it as a one-of-a-kind opportunity to create a model African city-state, combining technological innovation and rich cultural heritage. Their stated ambition is to transform this arid land into a development hub comparable to Dubai.
The numbers shared by the project’s promoters testify to its visionary scope. Over seven million people have already expressed interest in Kushite citizenship, while the kingdom announces development projects covering thirty million hectares across twenty-five different territories. Special attention is given to the African diaspora, invited to participate in this adventure presented as a return to their roots.
The Kingdom of Kush describes itself as Africa’s « sixth region, » with its administrative headquarters located in prestigious offices in New York and Washington. This symbolic presence in global power capitals aims to establish its credibility on the international scene.
On the ground, the plans unveiled evoke a city of the future: cutting-edge digital infrastructure, renewable energy, smart urban planning, and innovative governance. The project relies on emerging technologies and African human capital to create a sustainable and inclusive society model.
This initiative is part of a broader movement to redefine political spaces in Africa, driven by an entrepreneurial generation eager to rethink models inherited from the colonial period. The Kingdom of Kush embodies the aspirations of a continent seeking new development paths, blending heritage pride and futuristic vision.
As the first concrete steps begin to materialize, observers are closely following the evolution of this unprecedented political and urban experiment. Between geopolitical dream and on-the-ground reality, the Kingdom of Kush is writing page by page a story that could reshape the imagination of African development.
— AGBEGNIGAN YAOVI
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