Year: 2025
Africa claims its rightful role in future climate economy
African leaders on Monday emphasized the need to redefine the continent’s role in global climate action, positioning it as a crucial player in shaping the future climate economy. They made the call during the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), held in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa from Monday to Wednesday under the theme “Accelerating…
World Insights: How is this U.S. government shutdown different from previous ones?
As the U.S. federal government entered a shutdown — the first time in nearly seven years — the confrontation between President Donald Trump’s administration and the Democratic Party has further escalated. The Trump administration has cut funding and programs in Democratic-led states and sought to dismantle federal agencies led by Democrats. Meanwhile, Democrats have shown…
Africa-China’s solidarity: A new anchor for Africa’s choice of genuine partnership
By Wilfred Ndhlovu Against the backdrop of global geopolitical shifts, Africa’s pursuit of equitable development partnerships has never been more critical. The Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), held in Yokohama in August 2025, was hailed by Japan as a milestone for Africa-Japan cooperation—but it ultimately laid bare the gap between rhetoric and…
Cape Verde signs financing agreement with China for 3rd phase of “Safe City” project
Cape Verde and China have signed an agreement on financing for the third phase of the “Safe City” project, which aims to establish new command centers in different Cape Verdean cities. The agreement was signed on Wednesday in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde. In the third phase, the command and data centers in Praia…
Kenya begins construction of global commerce center to boost trade with China
Kenyan President William Ruto (C) attends the groundbreaking ceremony for the China-Kenya International Commerce Center in Nairobi, Kenya, on Oct. 1, 2025. Ruto on Wednesday launched the construction of the five-billion-shillings (about 38.7 million U.S. dollars) China-Kenya International Commerce Center, a project designed to strengthen Sino-Kenyan trade and investment. According to Ruto, the facility will…
China’s New K Visa: Advancing Shared Development and the Global Development Initiative
By Staff writer In a significant move reflecting its commitment to international cooperation and shared development, China has introduced the new K visa, aimed at attracting high-level science and technology talent from around the world. This policy not only reaffirms China’s openness to global collaboration but also serves as a practical step toward realizing its…
China’s 76 Years of Progress: Reflecting on the Path to Modernization
By Gerald Mbanda As China marks the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic, President Xi Jinping’sNational Day message has called on the Chinese people to continue advancing the country’s modernization. The appeal resonates deeply at a time when China stands at a critical juncture—reflecting on its remarkable achievements while navigating the complexities of…
South Africa, China strengthen economic ties with new trade and investment agreements
By Karabo Mohamme In a powerful affirmation of growing economic cooperation, South Africa and China have reinforced their strategic partnership with the signing of several key memoranda of understanding (MoUs) during the ninth South Africa-China Trade and Investment Promotion Conference held on Sept. 23. The conference, a cornerstone of bilateral engagement, resulted in agreements across a range…
Xi’s UN address: A call for shared leadership in a warming world
BY Stephen Ndegwa A partial view of the Shichengzi photovoltaic power station in Hami City, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, January 6, 2025. /Xinhua At the United Nations Climate Summit 2025 in New York during the UN General Assembly on September 24, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a video message that resonated well beyond the halls of the UN. Speaking on…
China-Africa digital forum focuses on enterprises, infrastructure, talent
Participants pose for a group photo at the opening ceremony of the China-Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum, in Xiamen, Southeast China’s Fujian province, on Sunday. [Photo by Dong Xinyi/chinadaily.com.cn] The China-Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum 2025 was held on Sept 28 in Xiamen, Southeast China’s Fujian province. It was themed “Building a Community with a Shared…