China’s Support boosts Food Security Effortsin Africa
Agriculture expert Jiang Daiming instructs farmers how to plant rice in the Commune of Gihanga in Burundi’s northwestern Bubanza province. [Photo/Xinhua]
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G20 Summit embraces same position as China on Global Governance and Multilateralism
By Gerald Mbanda The recently concluded G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa—held for the first time on African soil—sent a powerful signal to the world: the G20 reaffirmed its commitment to a rules-based, multilateral global order, echoing much of China’s long-standing call for more equitable global governance. Under the banner of solidarity, equality and sustainability,…
Xi Jinping thought for global benefit: A growing vision beyond China’s Borders
Copies of the think tank report titled “Joining Hands to Advance Toward an Eco-Friendly Modernization — The Theoretical Contributions and Practical Leadership of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization To Global Sustainable Development.” A report focusing on the global significance of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization was released recently at the Global Panda Partners 2025 conference in Chengdu, capital…
2026: A New Era of China–Africa People-to-People Solidarity
By Gerald Mbanda The coming year 2026 has been designated as the China–Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, marking an important moment in the long history of cooperation between the two sides. For decades, China and African nations have developed ties through trade, infrastructure, education, medical cooperation, and cultural interaction. The 2026 initiative places a special emphasis on strengthening the…
Xi Jinping’s Up and Out of Poverty: An Inspiration for Africa’s Development Journey
By Staff writer China’s remarkable rise from widespread deprivation to the second largest economy in the world has long attracted global attention. Central to understanding this transformation are the personal experiences and governance philosophies of its leaders. Among these, President Xi Jinping’s book Up and Out of Povertystands out as an influential work that distills lessons from China’s grassroots development efforts. …
Japanese Prime Minister faces backlash over war remarks against China
By Gerald Mbanda Japan has been shaken by an intensifying political and diplomatic storm after the first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made remarks about China and Taiwan that were condemned both at home and in Beijing. What began as a routine parliamentary exchange quickly spiraled into a full-scale controversy, deepening tensions between the two…
What Africa gains by hosting the G 20 Summit — and Xi Jinping Promise for the Global South
By staff writer The G20 Summit will for the first time take place on the African continent specifically in South Africa in late November. This marks a pivotal moment in global governance and international diplomacy. Bringing the world’s major economies to African soil represents a deliberate shift in global power dynamics, giving Africa and the broader Global…
China hosts the 2025 World Internet Conference in Wuzhen. Actionable insights for Africa
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…
Africa reaped unlimited trade opportunitiesat the eighth CIIE in Shanghai
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…
China’s Green Energy extends to Africa: A Partnership for a Sustainable Future
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…