China waived debt for 17 African countries
On the occasion of a coordination meeting on Sino-African cooperation last week, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi recalled China’s commitments to the continent, and praised […]
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Congo B: Sassou-N’Guesso lays foundation stone for new refinery
Congo will be equipped in 2023 with a new crude oil refinery with a capacity of 2.5 million tons per year, financed by the Chinese […]
China’s Influence growing in Africa; US Senate fights back!
The United States Senate has adopted with an overwhelming majority the creation of the United State Development Finance Corporation (USIDFC). This mega-agency, which will have […]
BMCE Bank of Africa, China Africa Business Council Sign Agreement
BMCE Bank of Africa and China Africa Business Council have signed a partnership agreement meant to facilitate and support Chinese investors in Morocco and in […]
eSwatini Kingdom Celebrates 50 Years of Independence
eSwatini, formerly known as Swaziland, is celebrating 50 years of independence on Thursday. To mark the event, King Mswati III had announced that the country […]
Congo seeks Beijing’s help on IMF bailout accord
President of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso will seek Chinese support for its negotiations with the International Monetary Fund about a bailout, a […]
China & South Africa boost ties ahead of BRICS Summit
China and South Africa have agreed to further strengthen their bilateral cooperation. Chinese State Councillor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi who is in an official […]
Burkina Faso re-establishes diplomatic relations with China
China and Burkina Faso have re-established diplomatic ties on Saturday, leaving the Kingdom of eSwatini as the only ally of Taiwan on the continent. About […]
Alleged Chinese factory pollution kills dolphin in Gambia
The operations of Chinese Golden Lead Company have led to the death of a dolphin on the shores of Gambia’s Gunjur beach, residents and activists […]
US Secretary Tillerson warns African countries against Chinese loans
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Thursday advised African countries to be careful not to forfeit their sovereignty when they accept loans from China. […]