Africa’s China Trade Test
China’s tariff-free access opens a vast market for Africa, but governments face pressure to move beyond raw commodities and build higher-value industries, reports Africa
Zero Tariffs Won’t Fix Africa-China Trade Imbalance
China’s zero-tariff policy is expected to boost African exports, but analysts say greater market access alone may not address the continent’s trade imbalance….reports Africa
Egyptian President El-Sisi Hosts Xi at Egypt’s Grand Museum
Chinese President praises the Grand Egyptian Museum during a cultural tour with his Egyptian counterpart…reports Africa Daily News Desk Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
Beijing Expands Arms Sales Across Africa
An investigation says Chinese military researchers used artificial intelligence models developed by leading US technology companies for defence research, despite American restrictions on advanced
China’s growing grip on African ports raises strategic concerns
A US-based report says China’s extensive investments in African ports are creating long-term financial and operational dependencies across the continent…reports Asian lite News Desk
China Wants Africa to Ditch the Dollar
China is encouraging African nations to repay Chinese loans in yuan rather than US dollars as part of its broader effort to expand the
Chinese Miner Jinchuan Hit by $145M Fraud Scandal
A forensic investigation has uncovered an alleged $144 million misappropriation scheme at Jinchuan’s Congo mining operations…reports Africa Daily News Desk A major forensic investigation
China Drops Import Tariffs from Africa
China has expanded tariff-free access for African exports, covering nearly every country on the continent as Beijing seeks deeper trade ties with the region.
South Africa Eyes Chinese Investment in Ports and Rail Networks
Deputy President Paul Mashatile said continued high level interactions between the two nations reflect mutual respect, enduring friendship and a shared commitment to development..reports Newsdesk
China Steps Up Africa Outreach, Begins Three Nation Tour
China is stepping up its Africa outreach with a high level three nation tour aimed at deepening strategic, economic, and diplomatic ties across the
