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Leeto la ga Tautona Duma Boko kwa China le bulela mafatshe oo mabedi ditshono tsa go nonotsha botsalano, dipapadisano, dipeeletso le tirisano mmogo.
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China's expanded zero-tariff treatment took effect on 1 May 2026 for all 53 African countries with diplomatic relations with China, extending duty-free access across 100% of tariff lines.
Chinese imports from Africa in the first two months after the expanded zero-tariff policy took effect.
Leeto la ga Tautona Duma Boko kwa China le bulela mafatshe oo mabedi ditshono tsa go nonotsha botsalano, dipapadisano, dipeeletso le tirisano…
President Duma Gideon Boko's state visit to China presents opportunities to deepen 51 years of diplomatic friendship through investment, trade, technology and…
President Duma Boko's China state visit builds on 51 years of diplomatic relations, with trade, investment and economic diversification in focus.
DRC–China trade exceeded US$19.2 billion between January and July 2026, leaving Kinshasa with a nearly US$10.6 billion surplus as the two countries…
Chinese metals group Tsingshan is backing major rail investment in Zimbabwe to strengthen freight capacity around the Manhize steel complex, supporting local…
The East African Community and China are exploring a broader framework for regional cooperation in infrastructure, trade, digital transformation, green development and…
hina's 100MW Jwaneng Solar Power Plant is strengthening Botswana's energy security while creating opportunities for local employment, technical skills transfer and renewable…
Maharatlhatlha a motlakase wa letsatsi a Jwaneng a a agilweng ke khampani ya China a thusa Botswana go nonotsha tlamelo ya motlakase,…
China’s additional 55 percent tariff on Brazilian beef imports exceeding the annual quota draws attention to potential opportunities for African exporters seeking…
China Merchants Energy Shipping has secured a 25-year maritime transport agreement worth at least US$2.8 billion, strengthening the international logistics network supporting…
JOHANNESBURG — Chinese automaker Chery has officially named its forthcoming double-cab bakkie Grootman following a public naming campaign that attracted more than…
Kenya is recording early gains under China’s zero-tariff trade arrangements, with avocado oil exports rising by 700 percent, aquatic products by 350…
Tanzania–China bilateral trade reached a record US$11.28 billion in 2025, marking a 27 percent increase as the two countries pursue greater agricultural…
Botswana exporters are positioning themselves to tap China’s expanded zero-tariff market, as China emerges as the country’s second-largest export destination and opportunities…
GABORONE, Lwetse 24 — Bagwebi ba Botswana ba ba romelang dithoto kwa mafatsheng a sele ba simolola go ipaakanyetsa go dirisa tshono…
China has invited Nigeria to join a global artificial intelligence cooperation platform as bilateral trade reached $18 billion in the first half…
Botswana engaged nearly 100 Chinese companies and institutions at a mining and energy cooperation roundtable in Tianjin, promoting opportunities in critical minerals,…
Botswana has joined China, Namibia and South Africa in backing the Beijing Declaration on Natural Diamonds and Sustainable Development, aimed at strengthening…
Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines has signed a US$498 million contract with China NERIN Engineering for a new tailings leach plant expected to…
Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer Yadea has partnered with African electric mobility company Spiro to expand electric motorcycles and battery-swapping infrastructure across Africa…
Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled new BRICS initiatives covering artificial intelligence, special economic zones and the digital economy, potentially opening new…
Makgolokgolo a di-drone a ne a phatsimisa lefaufau la Gaborone mo tiragalong e e neng e keteka botsalano jwa Botswana le China,…
Hundreds of drones lit up the Gaborone night sky in a colourful display celebrating China-Botswana friendship, technology and cultural exchange ahead of…
South African cherries have gained access to China for the first time under a new phytosanitary agreement, opening the door to a…
