By Zamir Ahmed Awan As the world stands at the crossroads of uncertainty and transformation, one nation has steadily advanced with vision, perseverance, and purpose — China. From the early days of reform and opening up in 1978 to the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), China’s progress has been guided by a consistent belief in the power of…
The launching ceremony of a musical talent show dubbed “Sing for Africa” was held Tuesday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, aiming to nurture local musical talents and boost Africa-China cultural exchanges. The show, a collaboration between China’s Hunan TV International and Kenya’s Royal Media Services, features open auditions, knockout stages, and a grand finale showcasing…
The “Global Governance, Youth Action” media event, organized by China Media Group (CMG), took place on Tuesday in Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme “Youth discussing global governance: Building a modern future together for China and Africa,” the event brought together more than 100 guests from government departments, youth organizations, media organizations and business communities…
Gerald Mbanda The 2025 World Internet Conference (WIC), held from November 7-9 in Wuzhen, China, was not just inspiration for Africa but actionable insight: digital transformation is accelerating, AI is no longer experimental, infrastructure and governance are essential, and inclusive cooperation is the future. For African nations willing to seize this moment, the path to a smarter, more connected, and more inclusive digital economy…
This photo taken with a mobile phone on Nov. 6, 2025 shows the inaugural China-Burkina Faso Friendship Harvest Festival held in Boulbi, Kadiogo Region, Burkina Faso. (Chinese agricultural technical assistance team/Handout via Xinhua) The inaugural China-Burkina Faso Friendship Harvest Festival has kicked off in Boulbi, Kadiogo Region, celebrating a milestone in agricultural cooperation between the two countries. The festival, which opened…
By Staff writer China’s steadfast commitment to the One China Principle remains a cornerstone of its foreign policy, and this stance continues to receive broad support from the international community, including the majority of African nations. The principle, which asserts that there is only one China and that Taiwan is an inalienable part of it,…
Veikko Nekundi (L), Namibia’s Minister of Works and Transport, and Zhao Weiping, Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of the Chinese-aided Dr. Hage G. Geingob Freeway in Windhoek, Namibia, Nov. 10, 2025. Namibia officially inaugurated the Dr. Hage G. Geingob Freeway on Monday in the capital, Windhoek, marking the completion…
Ling Ji, vice minister of commerce and deputy China international trade representative, delivers a speech at the first China-Egypt Investment Forum in Cairo, Egypt, Nov. 9, 2025. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai) Chinese and Egyptian senior officials, business leaders and investors convened on Sunday at the first China-Egypt Investment Forum in Cairo to explore new growth drivers for investment cooperation….
By Gerald Mbanda Visitors try coffee at the pavilion of Ethiopia during the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai, Nov. 7, 2025. (Xinhua/Meng Chenguang) The 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), held in Shanghai from 5–10 November 2025, marked a landmark moment in global trade, especially for African producers seeking direct access…
By Gerald Mbanda China’s journey toward green energy has not only transformed its domestic economy but is also reshaping its global partnerships — particularly with Africa. Over the past decade, China has emerged as a key partner in helping African countries transition toward cleaner, more sustainable sources of energy. Through investments, technology transfer, and infrastructure…