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People learn to write Chinese calligraphy during an event in celebration of the Chinese New Year in Cape Town, South Africa, on Feb. 1, 2026. The bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, South Africa’s legislative capital,came alive with vibrant colors and lively performances on Sunday as the upcoming Chinese New Year was celebrated. The…

By Staff writer  On Wednesday, President Xi Jinping held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, sending a positive signal to the international community at a time of global uncertainty. As the world’s two largest economies, China and the United States carry responsibilities that extend far beyond their own borders. Any sign of dialogue and engagement…

This photo taken on Feb. 2, 2026 shows a launch ceremony held by Haier in Johannesburg, South Africa. China’s home appliance giant Haier on Monday held a launch ceremony in Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic hub, marking its official entry into the South African market. (Xinhua/Chen Wei) China’s home appliance giant Haier on Monday held a…

Chinese built cement plant in Zimbabwe. Photo credit: cemnet.com By Gerald Mbanda  China’s 15th Five-Year Plan arrives at a moment when Africa’s development agenda is increasingly focused on industrialization rather than simple export growth. For decades, Africa’s trade relationship with China has been dominated by raw materials—oil, minerals, timber, and agricultural commodities. While this trade has generated…