Warships, diplomacy, and global power plays converged off Africa’s coast. Recent BRICS naval exercises involving China and key partners have thrust Africa into the center of an evolving multipolar order …
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Ghana Bids Farewell to Ambassador Tong Defa as Ghana-China Partnership Marks Tangible Wins
As Ghana bids farewell to China’s outgoing Ambassador, H.E. Tong Defa, the scorecard speaks volumes. From US$60 million in grant-funded infrastructure projects to expanded scholarships, zero-tariff trade arrangements, and joint …
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Why China’s Wang Yi Made Africa His First Stop in 2026 – And What Was Really Discussed
For the 36th consecutive year, China’s top diplomat began the new year in Africa and this time, the conversations went far beyond tradition. From Addis Ababa to Maseru, Wang Yi’s …
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A new global survey across 48 countries reveals a clear trend in Africa’s public opinion: China is increasingly viewed as a trusted development partner, outperforming the United States in overall …
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Africa–China Relations in 2026: Seven Shifts That Will Redefine the Partnership
As Africa and China enter 2026, their relationship is undergoing a quiet but consequential transformation. Long characterised by infrastructure loans, extractive trade, and high-level summits, Africa–China cooperation is evolving into …
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China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges Launched at African Union Headquarters
China and Africa have kicked off the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, signalling a renewed focus on cultural dialogue, education, tourism, …
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China and South Africa have reiterated their resolve to strengthen South-South cooperation, emphasising multilateralism, shared development, and stronger strategic trust. The renewed commitment reflects both countries’ intention to deepen collaboration …
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China and Ethiopia have renewed their pledge to fully implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, signaling deeper cooperation in infrastructure, trade, digital innovation, and people-to-people exchanges. The renewed …
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China and Lesotho have reaffirmed their commitment to elevating bilateral ties, pledging closer cooperation in trade, development, people-to-people exchanges, and multilateral affairs. The renewed partnership underscores China’s long-standing engagement with …
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From Addis Ababa to Maseru: China Signals Deeper Africa Engagement with Wang Yi’s Four-Nation Visit
Wang Yi, China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, is set to visit Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho from January 7 to 12, 2026.
