Opinions
By Staff Writer Egyptian physiotherapist and acupuncturist Abir El-Naggar feels the pulse of a man at a clinic in Cairo, Egypt, Nov. 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa) For centuries, traditional medicine has been an integral part of African societies, shaping healing practices, community well-being, and cultural identity. Across the continent, healers have utilized an extraordinary variety of plants, herbs, and…
By Staff Writer The Chinese Premier Li Qiang alongside Zambian president Hakainde Hichilema and Tanzania Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi attended ground breaking ceremony fot TAZARA revitalization in Lusaka-Zambia on November 20, 2025(Xinhua) China–Africa cooperation is entering a significant new phase as revitalization efforts begin on the historic Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) line. Chinese premier was…
By Staff Writer Over the past decade, China has emerged as one of the world’s most dynamic centers of artificial intelligence (AI) research, deployment, and industrialization. Through a combination of long-term planning, large-scale investment, and a rapidly expanding technology ecosystem, the country has positioned itself as a major force shaping the global AI landscape. As…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…