Yes, its hyperbole and more. Let me break it down for you. Few cities in the world are known for the density of highrise buildings like New York. In the same way, Dar, specifically Kariakoo+ parts of Upanga has a similar density of structures. Obviously not as tall, but that aspect density is reminiscent of New York. In that sense, you can call Dar the New York of Africa. It makes sense when you look at it from that angle. You can call Dar the New York of East Africa just based on its massive population, its the biggest city in East Africa.
But this is a debate, so you can refute that statement by highlighting all the ways New York is different from Dar and it will be true too. Thats the fun in the debate. Yall wouldn't be engaging us if there weren't some truths in our statements. Sijui kwanini inawauma kiasi hicho mpaka mnaona haja ya kuitetea the US. Refute, carry on.
Arizona and Alsaska are both wilderness areas with well developed urban centers, like Dodoma. Thats the point thats being made. Its not stupid, its not absurd. Its called allusion. Its hyperbole and allusion. Why must i break down everything for you?