China Africa Talk

China Africa Talk is a weekly podcast dedicated to bringing a better understanding of what is happening on the African continent and in China from both an African and a Chinese perspective. Be sure to pick up news, views and discussions on what’s happening between China and Africa pertaining to diplomatic, trade and economic, as well as social and cultural relations when you tune into China Africa Talk.

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“Two Sessions” in the eyes of African journalists

The annual sessions of China's top legislature and political advisory body have kicked off in Beijing. The "two sessions", which refer to the annual sessions of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, is a highly anticipated event on the country's political calendar. Local and foreign media have gathered in Beijing to cover the event. In this episode, three African journalists share their impressions and areas of interest as C...

Mar 08, 2024•23 min

Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio visits China

From February 27 to March 2, Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio paid state visit to China, marking the first African head of state to visit the country in 2024. This visit underscores the deepening bilateral ties and cooperation between Sierra Leone and China, a partnership that has flourished over the past fifty years. We speak with Sierra Leone's Finance Minister, Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, and the Chinese Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Wang Qing, to explore the dynamics of this enduring rel...

Mar 03, 2024•25 min

A look at AU-China relations

The 37th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly of the Heads of State and Government was held on February 17 and 18 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Wang Jinjie, Research Assistant Professor at the National School of Development and the Institute of South – South Cooperation and Development of Peking University and Emile Rwagasana, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson of the AU Commission discuss key continental issues deliberated by the African leaders at this year's ...

Feb 25, 2024•25 min

China's education system in the eyes of foreign journalists

Education cooperation is an integral part of China Africa partnership, fostering mutual understanding and growth. In this episode, guests in the media from Ghana, Kenya and Zimbabwe share their impressions on China's education system and its role in China's national development. They also examine the transformative impact of education initiatives such as the Luban Workshop on Africa's development.

Feb 16, 2024•25 min

China to build pilot zone to deepen cooperation with Africa

China's State Council has approved a general plan to build a pilot zone for in-depth economic and trade cooperation between China and Africa. How significant is the timing of this development and what role will the pilot zone play in strengthening economic and trade ties between the two sides? Professor Dai Li, Research Fellow with the China-Africa Economic and Trade Institute and Dr. Khalifa Sy Diop, Research Fellow with the Hunan China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Council, s...

Feb 10, 2024•25 min

Wetland conservation vital for wellbeing in China and Africa

Wetlands play a pivotal role in ensuring the health and prosperity of our global community. This year’s World Wetlands Day focuses on "Wetlands and Human Wellbeing" . In this episode we speak with Professor Yu Xiubo from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Professor Oscar Aghan from Kenya's National Environment Management Authority, to shed light on the indispensable value of wetlands to societies in China and Africa. They discuss the collaborative efforts needed to preserve these life-sustainin...

Feb 03, 2024•26 min

G77+China Summit champions inclusive progress for the Global South

The third summit of the Group of 77 (G77) and China was held in Uganda. How did the summit seek to enhance cooperation among the Global South? Ugandan Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Okello Oryem unpacks the summit’s outcomes and ambitions with Host Bridget Mutambirwa.

Jan 26, 2024•24 min

China’s foreign minister visits Africa

Continuing a longstanding tradition, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Africa for his first overseas trip in 2024. So what key areas of priority for China-Africa relations were discussed during the tour, and how will Wang Yi’s visit to Africa shape future relations with China? Professor Zhang Yongpeng, Senior Research Fellow with the Institute of West-Asian and African Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, and Dr. Karim Ben Kahla, Professor of Governance at Tuni...

Jan 20, 2024•25 min

BRICS expansion: Ethiopia and Egypt join the bloc

Ethiopia and Egypt are among the five new members to join the BRICS bloc. What does the overall expansion mean to Africa? To what extent can the doubling of its members consolidate the group’s status on the global stage? Host Bridget Mutambirwa spoke with Professor Hassan Ragab with the Suez Canal University in Egypt, as well as Dr. Wang Duanyong, Associate Professor at Shanghai International Studies University, China.

Jan 12, 2024•25 min

China Africa 2024: the road to mutual growth and exchange

Professors Charles Onunaiju, Director of the Center for China Studies in Nigeria and Liu Baocheng, Director of Center of International Business Ethics, University of International Business and Economics delve into how China and Africa can enhance their partnership for better engagement and deeper understanding in 2024.

Jan 05, 2024•25 min

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