China, Africa, and The Rest: Recent Trends in Space Science, Technology, and Satellite Development
China’s investments in African countries have received significant attention since the turn of the millennium, but outer space cooperation has scarcely been mentioned in policy and research literature.
Logics of Arms Deals: Multilevel Evidence from China-Zambia Relations
Why do developing countries want to expand their air force and why would Chinese arms suppliers be preferred?
‘Africa’s China’: Chinese Manufacturing Investments in Nigeria in the Post-Oil Boom Era and Channels for Technology Transfer
This study outlines major Chinese investments in Nigeria’s manufacturing sectors, specifically looking at their potential to foster industrialization and structural transformation.
Ambassador Lin Songtian’s recall signals shifts ahead in China-Africa relationship
The sudden recall from South Africa of Chinese ambassador Lin Songtian was initially interpreted as being a demotion. But the contrary appears to be true – it now looks as though his deft use of Twitter has propelled him into another role: A combatant in the growing US-China media confrontation.
Chinese Medical Teams: Knowledge Transfer in Ethiopia and Malawi
Officially tasked with patient care and training medical professionals in host countries, China has been sending medical teams to Africa since the 1960s.
The Footprint of Chinese Private Security Companies in Africa
The African continent’s threat spectrum encompasses all the risks, from criminal to political violence, that public and private Chinese companies are going to experience throughout the Belt & Road Initiative.
Africa could be the winner as the US attempts to stifle Huawei
The adoption of 5G technology, powered by Chinese tech giant Huawei, has become a game of international geopolitical football with Donald Trump as the self-appointed referee. Africa is set to become an early adopter – but there are political, economic and security risks attached.
African Military Aircraft Procurement from China: A Case Study from Zambia
Why do developing countries want to expand their air force, and why would Chinese arms suppliers be preferred?
‘Africa’s China’: Chinese Manufacturing Investment in Nigeria in the Post-Oil Boom Era and Channels for Technology Transfer
Nigeria is a primary destination for small and medium-sized Chinese investments in manufacturing. These investments have the potential to foster technology transfer that can contribute to industrialization and structural transformation.
Risky Business: New Data on Chinese Loans and Africa’s Debt Problem
From modest beginnings in 1960, China has recently become a highly visible actor in Africa’s lending landscape.