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Boko’s China State Visit: A Relationship That Began 51 Years Ago
President Duma Boko's China state visit builds on 51 years of diplomatic relations, with trade, investment and economic diversification in focus.
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Infrastructure & Development
China-Backed Rail Deal to Strengthen Zimbabwe’s Steel Industry
Chinese metals group Tsingshan is backing major rail investment in Zimbabwe to strengthen freight capacity around the Manhize steel complex, supporting local…
Infrastructure & Development
China-Built Jwaneng Solar Plant Strengthens Botswana’s Energy Security.
hina's 100MW Jwaneng Solar Power Plant is strengthening Botswana's energy security while creating opportunities for local employment, technical skills transfer and renewable…
Trade & Investment
China’s New Beef Tariff on Brazil Draws Attention to African Export Opportunities
China’s additional 55 percent tariff on Brazilian beef imports exceeding the annual quota draws attention to potential opportunities for African exporters seeking…
Trade & Investment
China Merchants Secures US$2.8 Billion Shipping Deal Linked to Guinea’s Simandou Project
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…
Technology
China’s Chery Names New Hybrid Bakkie Grootman After South African Public Campaign
JOHANNESBURG — Chinese automaker Chery has officially named its forthcoming double-cab bakkie Grootman following a public naming campaign that attracted more than…
Trade & Investment
Kenya Records Early Export Gains Under China’s Zero-Tariff Arrangement
Kenya is recording early gains under China’s zero-tariff trade arrangements, with avocado oil exports rising by 700 percent, aquatic products by 350…
Trade & Investment
Tanzania–China Trade Reaches Record US$11.28 Billion as Partners Eye Greater Market Access
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…
Trade & Investment
Botswana Exporters Position for China’s Zero-Tariff Market Opening
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…
Technology
China Invites Nigeria Into Global AI Cooperation Platform as Trade Hits $18 Billion
China has invited Nigeria to join a global artificial intelligence cooperation platform as bilateral trade reached $18 billion in the first half…