Editorial

By Gerald Mbanda A cargo ship is seen at a wharf of the expansion project of the Abidjan Port in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, on Jan. 10, 2024. The expansion project of the Abidjan Port in Cote d’Ivoire, undertaken by China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), started construction in 2015 and was …

By Gerald Mbanda Photo of a century-old camphor tree in Fuzhou, southeast China’s Fujian Province. (Xinhua) In recent decades, China has emerged not only as a global economic powerhouse but also as a committed steward of environmental protection. Among its many green initiatives, the nation’s deep investment in tree conservation and reforestation stands …

By Staff writer  In recent decades, the bond between China and Africa has evolved beyond trade and infrastructure, with cultural exchange emerging as a vital component in fostering mutual understanding. As two of the world’s oldest civilizations, China and Africa share a rich tapestry of history, philosophy, and values. Through …

By Gerald Mbanda Published: April 15,2025 Photo credit: REUTERS/Florence Lo/Illustration The Trump administration announced increased tariffs on Chinese goods as high as 145%, forcing China to retaliate with an 84% tariff on US imports. To other countries, Trump cancelled the planned tariffs for 90days. The development opens   a war of …

By Staff writer  China has significantly bolstered agricultural development across Africa through a series of strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing food security, improving crop yields, and fostering economic growth. These efforts encompass technology transfer, infrastructure development, and capacity building, resulting in transformative impacts on the continent’s agricultural landscape.​ Agricultural Technology …

By Gerald Mbanda  Published: April 09,2025 President Xi Jinping is a leader who does not sit in office to read reports of the living conditions of the people in the countryside. He is a pragmatic leader who takes his time to visit and talk to the people in upcountry to …

By Gerald Mbanda In 1994, more than one million people were brutally killed constituting the genocide against the Tutsi. The 7th of April is a day of commemoration of the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. In 2003, the United Nations General Assembly also designated the 7th of April as an International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide …

By Staff Writer  The African Renaissance is a term that signifies the revival of Africa’s cultural, economic, and political power in the global arena. It represents a movement to overcome the historical challenges of colonialism, poverty, and underdevelopment that have long hindered the continent’s growth. In this renaissance, the role …

By Staff writer  This aerial photo taken on April 13, 2023 shows Yucun Village of Anji County, Huzhou City, east China’s Zhejiang Province.(Xinhua/Weng Xinyang) In recent years, China’s rural revitalization strategy has garnered global attention for its impressive achievements in transforming rural areas. With a population of over 1.4 billion, China has made remarkable progress in reducing …

By Gerald Mbanda China’s “Two Sessions” (Lianghui) for the year 2025 is expected to be held early next month. The Sessions bring together the country’s top lawmakers and politicians to discuss critical issues of national concern such as economic development, governance matters, health related issues, environmental protection, agriculture, technological Innovation, Self-Reliance, Military Modernization, Security, and more. In short, the Two …