TOPIC
China-Africa relations
+ FOLLOW
Related Topics:
‘This is meant to be a demonstration’: how US plans to challenge China in Africa
The US and China are in a race to secure greater access to Africa’s vast mineral reserves with an infrastructure push by land and sea.
12 Nov 2024 - 11:40AM
videocam
23
Chinese EV makers look to Africa as rivalry with US, Europe heats up
11 Nov 2024 - 4:34PM
videocam
69
Global South faces trickier US-China balancing act after Trump victory
7 Nov 2024 - 3:46PM
videocam
In Africa, US soft power through films and aid brings huge election interest
For Africans, status of aid, duty-free access to the US market, HIV/Aids relief and entry visas depends on who is elected to White House.
6 Nov 2024 - 5:07PM
videocam
As Chinese official visits, Kenya says deal to fund and build highway is close
Kenyan President Ruto says talks are at a late stage for China to finance and build highway through Rift Valley and possible SGR extension.
5 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM
videocam
All eyes on agro-diplomacy as China’s food-security needs open new import doors
Upcoming China International Import Expo will highlight need to strike a balance with trading partners as appetite of world’s biggest food consumer hits record highs.
3 Nov 2024 - 1:20PM
videocam
Advertisement
Advertisement
China begins work on Kenyan geothermal power plant amid renewable energy push
A new Chinese-built geothermal power plant in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley highlights Beijing’s focus on clean energy in Africa.
2 Nov 2024 - 4:00PM
7
China supply-chain focus shifts to ‘least-developed countries’ for expo
Second edition of China International Supply Chain Expo will see more help given to institutions and companies from the African Union, as geopolitics weigh on trade.
29 Oct 2024 - 9:16AM
videocam
China’s critical mineral dominance puts Washington’s supply chain hopes at risk
Study finds Chinese control of cobalt and other resources from Africa may be a complication for US de-risking plans.
28 Oct 2024 - 4:00PM
videocam
28
Opinion
|
What the West can learn from Brics
As US-China rivalry hinders our ability to deal with crises, Brics is using open engagement to help create a more equitable international order.
28 Oct 2024 - 7:27AM
videocam
14
‘Quite crucial’: Ugandan rail deal spurs hope of Chinese project resumption
A recently announced rail project in Uganda could have wide-ranging implications for neighbouring Kenya, observers say.
23 Oct 2024 - 12:58PM
videocam
Ethiopian dam could muddy the waters of China’s position as a global leader
A long-running dispute over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam could force Beijing into an impossible situation, observers say.
21 Oct 2024 - 3:03PM
videocam
Harris or Trump – what do the US presidential candidates offer Africa?
Regardless of who wins the coming US presidential election, it is unlikely to change much for African countries, experts say.
20 Oct 2024 - 8:47AM
videocam
13
Chinese pharmaceutical firms expand to Africa under ‘health silk road’
China’s medical sector giants are setting up African factories in search of new markets in belt and road countries.
14 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM
Biden to visit Germany to make up for trip cancelled due to hurricane
US President Joe Biden to make his first bilateral visit to Germany in his four-year term of office.
14 Oct 2024 - 3:32PM
8
South African avocados head to China as demand for the superfood soars
South Africa’s first shipment of the fruit will soon reach Shanghai, but exports may face tariff hurdles and competition from South America.
4 Oct 2024 - 8:00PM
videocam
8
China to bring Tanzania-Zambia railway back to full speed with US$1 billion boost
Beijing to refurbish 50-year-old African line as the US and EU bankroll their own rail project in the race for critical minerals.
3 Oct 2024 - 4:42PM
videocam
5
Advertisement
Advertisement
China works to keep the peace as security issues threaten African investments
Beijing has signed a new deal with East African nations as security threats continue to cast a cloud over its investments in the continent.
29 Sep 2024 - 12:48PM
videocam
9
Opinion
|
How China and the West can join hands to truly help Africa
China and Western nations could adopt the third-party cooperation model to help African countries address their many challenges.
23 Sep 2024 - 6:20PM
videocam
Why China’s sea-rail transport link plan for Africa reminds of the ‘Hunan model’
Proposed network connecting to Africa and Beijing’s language around it are straight from ‘Hunan model’ playbook, observer says.
23 Sep 2024 - 12:00PM
videocam
How China is sharing its development and governance experience with Africa
The world’s second largest economy is bringing its insights to the continent as part of a joint pursuit of modernisation.
18 Sep 2024 - 11:17PM
videocam
15
Opinion
|
China’s winning strategy in Africa goes way back
China started building infrastructure in Africa decades ago, long before its Belt and Road Initiative could inspire Western jealousy.
15 Sep 2024 - 5:17PM
As China and Africa enter the next belt and road phase, this is how it will look
As revealed at the recent FOCAC summit, Beijing will shift its African focus towards agriculture, green energy and critical minerals.
15 Sep 2024 - 2:45PM
videocam
9
How the UAE is competing with China for Africa’s resources
With more than US$97 billion pledged, the UAE’s economic strategy is up against China’s ambitions – while the US and EU also seek influence.
14 Sep 2024 - 5:30PM
Explainer
|
What, where, how: the next 10 years of China’s evolving Belt and Road Initiative
With focus of global trade plan shifting, gone may be the days when huge infrastructure projects left partner countries holding a big bill and facing environmental implications.
13 Sep 2024 - 10:00AM
videocam
4
Hong Kong to tout strengths in dispute resolution at Southeast Asia roadshows
Justice secretary Paul Lam to lead another delegation to Brunei, Vietnam and Malaysia to promote the city’s ‘unique advantages’.
11 Sep 2024 - 8:01PM
videocam
Hong Kong financial secretary says city well-positioned to advance Belt and Road
Hong Kong’s financial secretary said the city is well-positioned to help advance the initiative because it is a global financial centre.
11 Sep 2024 - 5:44PM
The View
|
Why China is much more to Africa than development ATM
Where once China was a source of infrastructure and financing, Africa will now look to Beijing for knowledge and guidance on industrialising.
10 Sep 2024 - 4:30PM
videocam
Advertisement
Advertisement
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
China-Africa relations
Breaking news, analysis and opinion on relations between China and countries in Africa, covering trade, resources and the Belt and Road Initiative.
SHOW FULL PROFILE
last updated:
16 October, 2024
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement