insert_link Africa Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrives in Zambia Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and Chinese Premier Li Qiang (Photo: Xinhua/Liu Weibing) Zambia is hosting Chinese Premier Li Qiang for the first time in 28 years, a landmark visit launched amid Lusaka’s post‑crisis economic recovery. China remains Zambia’s largest official creditor, with Lusaka owing about US$5.7 billion, Reuters reports. Reuters reports that Beijing’s push is part of a broader strategy to reinforce its Belt and Road cooperation, positioning Zambia as a […] today19 November, 2025
Business / Economics Namibia and China strengthen ties during high-level talks Swakopmund, Namibia – President Nangolo Mbumba hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Swakopmund during a meeting aimed at reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two nations. The talks focused on advancing Namibia and China’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exploring new avenues for cooperation in key development areas. Speaking during the engagement, President Mbumba reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to strengthening ties with China, particularly in energy, infrastructure, education, and tourism. […] today6 January, 2025
insert_link World China and Botswana: ‘fong kong’ products have helped drive local manufacturing – study By Yanyin Zi, Rikkyo University Chinese products are frequently viewed as inferior and inexpensive, contributing to their negative reputation. This is true in African countries too. Nonetheless, Chinese merchandise has played a pivotal role in shaping economies by accelerating globalisation and fostering local development. Take the case of Botswana. Botswana has a population of more than 2.4 million people. Its economy is primarily driven […] today25 June, 2024
