China’s growing influence in Mozambique Published by Staff Writer on 16 June 2011 China is investing billions of dollars in Mozambique without asking questions says researcher Loro Horta in a new study titled “The Dragon and the Mamba: The Growing Presence of China in Mozambique”.
Is China pulling out of Africa? Published by Staff Writer on 9 June 2011 Chinese companies might be thinking of pulling out of Africa if a recent article by the IPS news service is to be believed.
How Africa can learn from Chinese agriculture Published by Steve Davis and Jonathan Woetzel on 20 April 2011 African countries have spent decades trying to jump-start agricultural production. In the search for new approaches, many experts are looking for answers in China.
Chinese vehicle manufacturer Foton to build assembly plant in Kenya Published by Staff Writer on 5 April 2011 Chinese vehicle manufacturer Foton is taking on Japanese and European brands such as Mercedes, Iveco, Mitsubishi, and Nissan by setting up an assembly plant in Kenya.
Africa must make most of China-US rivalry Published by Claude Harding on 16 March 2011 Competition between China and the US to be Africa’s main trading and development partner presents the continent with better strategic choices.
Africa, China to reshape global oil markets Published by Claude Harding on 25 February 2011 Africa is poised to become a major player in the global oil markets due to the discovery of new reserves and as it ramps up production to meet growing global demand, especially from China.
How China will spur Africa’s economic growth Published by Claude Harding on 10 February 2011 China is now a clear leader in the race for Africa’s resources and can be expected to continue developing these interests for the mutual benefit of both Africa as well as China’s surging economy.
Japan trying to catch up with China for influence in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 9 February 2011 Japan is looking to invest billions of dollars in minerals and infrastructure in Africa. Yoshikatsu Nakayama, vice minister of economy, trade and industry, told Reuters that Japan is scouting for projects in which to invest.
China to build hydroelectric dam in DRC Published by Staff Writer on 7 February 2011 China’s Sinohydro, the company behind the Three Gorges Dam, will build a hydroelectric dam in the Democratic Republic of Congo in a deal said to be worth $367 million.
Possible Chinese investment in Nigerian bank? Published by Staff Writer on 24 June 2010 A Chinese bank might soon make an equity investment in Nigeria’s First Bank.