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Scholars and officials call for promoting all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era
At the 2024 Beijing Forum, leaders emphasised the importance of a resilient China-Africa partnership, as they explore innovative governance strategies to uplift communities and foster mutual growth. How can this collaboration shape the future of both regions?
Africa: The Land of Hope for Global Modernisation
Reflections on China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s 2025 Press Conference.
Speaker Morakane Mosupyoe says collaboration with China has improved Gauteng residents' lives
Morakane Mosupyoe emphasises the importance of collaboration with China, celebrating its positive impact on Gauteng residents.
China, Chad vow to expand mutually beneficial cooperation
Chad will firmly advance relations with China and push for greater development of bilateral ties and more cooperation results.
Year-ender: An awakened Africa joins hands with Global South to advance modernisation
According to the International Monetary Fund, Africa is one of the fastest-growing regions in the global economic landscape in 2024. Amid rapid and profound changes in the world, the vast continent's potential and vitality have solidified its role as a key player in shaping the future.
Biden’s visit to Angola: a new era of US-Africa relations?
US President Joe Biden’s visit to Angola coincides with Xi Jinping’s stopover in Morocco, highlighting the shifting dynamics of international relations in Africa.
Chinese ambassador Wu Peng delivers tonnes of food and electronics to Kgomo-Kgomo villagers
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe said the donation is a precursor to the full implementation of the Poverty Alleviation Model across the municipality.
China Consolidates Relations with South Africa amidst Elections in the US
There has been speculation in the South African media that the country’s international trade and foreign relationships with China, Russia and the BRICS+ in general may come under pressure from the incoming Trump administration.
CPC Delegation Visits South Africa: Strengthening Ties for a New Era of Cooperation
In the years ahead, the CPC and ANC’s collaboration could help pave the way for a more equitable, sustainable future for South Africa and, indeed, for other African nations looking to benefit from similar partnerships, says the writer.
China International Import Expo: 35 South African companies to showcase products, seek to penetrate vast Chinese market
Department of Trade, Industry and Competition will fund 35 South African companies to participate at the China International Import Expo which takes place next month.
South Africa Totally Correct to ‘Relocate Taiwan’ out of Pretoria
In the final analysis, nefarious foreign attempts to shore up separatists in Taiwan to pursue “independence” are doomed to fail, says the writer.
Supra Mahumapelo leads Parliament’s tour to Beijing, vows South Africa’s commitment to ‘One China Policy’
The oversight visit is exploring how the South African embassy, led by Ambassador Siyabonga Cwele, interprets the elevated ties and the impact derived from China-SA relations.
Chinese modernisation, economic trajectory key to discussions at 20th CPC Central Committee Third Plenary Session
The Plenary Session conveyed a strong signal that China is pursuing high-standard opening-up and that it is willing to share with South Africa new opportunities for openness and development, particularly in the manufacturing, service and financial industries.
‘China-South Africa relationship at its best in history’, says head of visiting Chinese delegation Li Yunze
Head of delegation Li Yunze said for the Chinese people, South Africa is a partner in mutual assistance and in the same boat through thick and thin, with a shared vision.
Mmamoloko Kubayi: South Africa’s foreign policy unwavering under GNU, with ‘strict’ adherence to one-China policy
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi said South Africa is ecstatic to be included in the top 20 destinations that the government of China will be promoting to its people for tourism.
PICS: Consul General Pan Qingjiang celebrates China’s 75th anniversary, toasts to deeper ties with Gauteng and Free State
The diplomat said China has advanced to a new level in economic development, with its GDP reaching US$17. 8 trillion in 2023, and maintaining the second largest economy.
China Prepares 75th Anniversary amidst Dispute on UNGA Resolution 2758
OPINION: Given the international preponderance of support for the PRC as reflected in the UN, the BRICS+, FOCAC and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and, the impending celebrations for the PRC 75th Anniversary it is indeed surprising that the issue of Taiwan’s UN status should be raised once again, writes Jaya Josie.
Electric vehicles, beef exports – Cabinet welcomes spin-offs from Ramaphosa’s successful visit to China
Minister Ntshavheni said an agreement was reached for South Africa to provide China with a list of 100 value-added products for China to consider importing from South Africa.
National Press Club event unpacks real outcomes of FOCAC Summit
Chinese Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng praised the South African media for its efforts in helping local South African audiences have a view of a real China during the FOCAC Summit, says the writer.
China-Africa Relations Post-FOCAC: Key Insights from the Media Discussion
The FOCAC Summit has set a new trajectory for China-Africa relations, characterised by deeper strategic partnerships, shared visions for modernisation, and a commitment to tangible actions, says the writer.
Outcomes Forum On China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) September 2024 Summit
Chinese Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng’s speech on the outcomes of the FOCAC Summit reflects important points in the final joint statement of the Summit that will resonate with a majority of South Africans and Africans in particular, says the writer.
Focac: China, Africa join hands in busting poverty, growing economies
Most journalists emphasisedthat Africa had a lot to learn from China especially in terms of eradicating poverty and boosting economic growth. China has done remarkably well in both aspects while Africa continues to struggle.
South Africa sending 100 students to China to learn ‘advanced skills of the future’, says Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane
Minister of Higher Education Nobuhle Nkabane said she has recently returned from China as part of President Ramaphosa’s delegation to the FOCAC Summit in Beijing.
Hunan and Africa Vow to Deeper Ties Based on Long-Standing Friendship
The Chinese culture is taking root, germinating, blooming, and flourishing on African soil, says the writer.
China makes its move in Africa. Should the West be worried?
Beijing maintains a conservative economic agenda in its relations with the continent, while finding it increasingly difficult to avoid a political confrontation with the West, the writer says.