By Grieve Chelwa The call to industrialise has been a rallying cry of African countries ever since their attainment of political independence. During the twentieth century, the modal decade of the continent’s national liberation struggles was the 1960s. Many within the first generation of post-colonial African leaders, from Kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) to Julius Nyerere (Tanzania) …
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A drone photo taken on Nov. 3, 2024 shows a photovoltaic power project in Rudong County of Nantong City, east China’s Jiangsu Province. (Xinhua/Li Bo) From coal-powered plants belching smoke to vast expanses of solar panels glinting under the sun, China’s transition to green development is moving at a fast clip with …
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By Gerald Mbanda Chinese-made vehicles have transitioned from being niche imports to mainstream choices across Africa.This shift is driven by a combination of affordability, technological advancements, and adaptability to local conditions. Chinese automakers are not only entering the African market but are also reshaping its automotive landscape. The affordability of Chinese …
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By He Juan A “flying car” is exhibited at the booth of Chinese auto manufacturer GAC Group at the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2025), April 23, 2025. (Photo by Long Wei/People’s Daily Online) At the second Wuyi Forum, a platform for international academic exchanges, Robert Chard, a sinologist …
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By Gerald Mbanda Africa is endowed with vast natural resources, yet it remains a continent with the poorest countries in the world. According to the World Bank ranking of low-income economies, 23 of 27 poorest countries are in Africa. Apart from natural resources, the continent holds 65 percent of the …
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Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly (C, Rear), Egyptian Minister of Housing Sherif El-Sherbiny (L, Rear) and China’s Vice Minister of Housing and Urban-Rural Development Dong Jianguo (R, Rear) witness the signing of a comprehensive operation and maintenance agreement for the Central Business District (CBD) in New Administrative Capital, Egypt, on June 1, 2025. (Egyptian Cabinet/Handout via Xinhua) Egypt’s …
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This photo taken on June 1, 2025, shows a scene of a dragon boat race held on Lake Victoria in Kawuku, central district of Wakiso, Uganda. (Photo by Nicholas Kajoba/Xinhua) Neither the changing weather nor the distance from its place of origin could dim the enthusiasm at this year’s Dragon …
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By Staff writer In recent decades, China has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a war-torn nation into a global economic powerhouse. This journey has been underpinned by a unique blend of unity, social stability, and strategic governance. As Africa continues its path toward development, there are valuable lessons to …
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The 34th Chinese medical team in Tanzania’s Zanzibar on Sunday provided free health services and donations to more than 60 children at an orphanage during a special International Children’s Day event. According to Chen Wei, the team leader, the team set up a mobile clinic at the orphanage, where doctors …
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By Rabi Sankar Bosu Dragon boats race along the Laotongyang Canal in Taizhou City, southeast China’s Jiangsu Province, May 31, 2025. /CFP China’s rich cultural heritage, built over centuries, has created a huge variety in Chinese people’s lifestyles, cultures and festivals. With a profound ancient heritage, China is a land …
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