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International cooperation and artificial intelligence have been helping communities in China and Kenya to reverse desertification and land degradation. Two experts share progress made so far in their respective countries in commemoration of World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, marked on June 17.

Estimates suggest that four African countries alone - Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa - could rake in up to $136 billion worth of economic benefits by 2030 if businesses there begin using more artificial intelligence tools. Industry insiders are optimistic that AI can be an area for China-Africa cooperation, but digital infrastructure and regulatory bottlenecks could slow adoption. Africa China policy analyst Sena Voncujovi and China Africa Youth Federation member Ou Binbin unravel the discussion.

The China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) 2024, was held for the 1st time outside China, in Nairobi, Kenya. In this episode, we invite participants from both China and Africa to identify some key takeaways from this year’s expo and highlight new business trends in the Kenyan market.

We explore the vibrant ties between China and Egypt following Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's state visit to China from May 28 to June 1. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of their comprehensive strategic partnership and marking 68 years of diplomatic relations, this visit promises significant strides for China-Egypt and China-Arab cooperation. Khaled Orabi and Liu Baocheng discuss the role of China and Egypt on regional and global peace, stability, and prosperity.

Tanzanian Foreign Minister January Yusuf Makamba paid a five-day visit to China from May 16 to 20, a pivotal journey that marked the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the countries. In an exclusive interview with CGTN Radio, Makamba used the word “excellent” to describe the solid bilateral ties and anticipated more achievements from the upcoming summit of the Forum on China Africa Cooperation. Makamba believes the Dar es Salaam Consensus represents a significant effort from China, Africa and other developing countries for a new global order.

Alazi Soumaila Rawdoth from Benin now shines on the Chinese big screens. In the film "Formed Police Unit," she brings the heartfelt tales of Chinese peacekeepers and the lives they protect. Known affectionately as Mulan, Rawdoth shares her journey and role in building cultural bridges between Africa and China.