China africa relations
China says Africa projects should be sustainable, denounces criticism
The IMF and World Bank began the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries Initiative in 1996 to help the world's poorest countries clear billions of dollars of...
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China's vast investment in Africa hits a snag in Congo
When the plunge of global oil prices in 2014 blew a hole in the Congolese government's finances, it was China that stepped in to help.
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Jimmy Carter says US, China should partner in Africa
Carter, who has devoted his post-presidential career to eradicating poverty, said that the "easiest route" to cooperation between the United States and China was in Africa.
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China: No developing country will fall into debt trap by cooperating with China
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying made the comment in an online statement responding to remarks made by US Vice President Mike Pence.
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China commits to supporting SA in solidifying place as Africa's top economy
The announcement was made during a dialogue session between South African and Chinese diplomats to mark 20 years of trade relations between the countries.
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Ramaphosa: Africa Investment Forum has laid foundation for continent's growth
The forum, which started on Wednesday, brought together several heads of state and CEOs from the continent with the aim of unlocking investment opportunities.
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[OPINION] Understanding complex ties between African countries and China matters
The complex relationship between Africa and China has become even more complicated this year.
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We're underestimating China's economic power. Here's why
The Chinese equity stock market — as represented by Shanghai stock market — actually peaked in 2015.
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China says African countries don't think cooperation adds to debt
China has defended the latest promise of financing for Africa, saying China is helping the continent develop, not pile up debt.
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3 myths about China's investment in Africa and why they need to be dispelled
Dozens of African leaders have made the trip to Beijing, with the aim of bolstering political and commercial ties with China.
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China a valuable, trusted & committed partner, says Ramaphosa
President Xi Jinping on Monday announced his government would invest over $60 billion over the next three years into the continent and cancel debt from heavily indebted developing countries.
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China defends multi-billion dollar investments in Africa
China has often been accused of debt trap diplomacy with African countries having accumulated over $100 billion in debt from the second powerful economy in the world.
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China’s Xi Jinping gives SA land reform thumbs up
Ramaphosa was hosted by Jinping at the State House on Sunday and will today co-chair a Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
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Amid US trade war, China's Xi reiterates reform commitment
Economists estimate that every $100 billion of imports hit by tariffs would reduce global trade by around 0.5%.
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China-Africa summit to target investment despite debt worries
At the last three-yearly gathering in Johannesburg in 2015, Xi announced $60 billion of assistance and loans for Africa.
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Africa should avoid forfeiting sovereignty to China over loans -Tillerson
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is using his first diplomatic trip to the continent to bolster security alliances on a continent increasingly turning to Beijing for aid and trade.
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Uganda says seeking $500m loan from China for roads in oil area
Uganda has discovered an estimated 6.5 billion barrels of crude reserves on its Albertine rift basin along the border with the DRC.
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Zuma: Africa-China relations at high level
Chinese President Xi Jinping promised $60 billion in development to Africa.
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Investment in Zim plunges as Mugabe seeks Chinese lifeline
Foreign investment into Zimbabwe plunged 59 percent to $67 million in the first half of this year.
