China Africa Talk

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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.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    South African choral music resonates in the Temple of Heaven

    South Africa's choral music resonates at China's 600-year-old Temple of Heaven. Making its debut at the 2024 Beijing Music Festival, Cape Town Opera captivated Chinese audiences with rich harmonies and vibrant expressions of South African music and culture.

    11 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Africa in BRICS

    The 16th BRICS Summit, taking place under Russia’s chairmanship in Kazan from October 22–24, marks a historic moment with the inclusion of five new members: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Iran, and Ethiopia. Notably, African countries now represent one-third of the bloc's membership, strengthening the platform for Africa's voices on the global stage. As Egypt and Ethiopia join South Africa in the BRICS alliance, the summit offers an important opportunity for the continent to advocate for its economic development, global governance reform, and greater South-South cooperation.

    25 min

  3. OCT 11

    Weighing in on "Small & Beautiful" projects in China Africa cooperation (II)

    "Small and Beautiful" projects emerge as a vital component of China-Africa cooperation. These initiatives focus on providing localized, targeted solutions to Africa's unique social and economic challenge. As they continue to gain momentum, they demonstrate the potential for China's engagement in Africa to address not only top-down, macro-level growth but also everyday needs of Africans.

    32 min

  4. OCT 4

    Weighing in on "Small & Beautiful" projects in China-Africa cooperation (I)

    China-Africa cooperation spans from monumental infrastructural projects like Nigeria's Lekki DeepSea Port and the Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway to grassroots initiatives such as the promotion of Juncao technology program and the Luban Workshop. Over the next three years, 1000 additional"Small and Beautiful" projects will take root across the African continent. We speak with Liu Zhiqin and Charles Onunaiju to explore how these "Small and Beautiful" projects are positively impacting local communities.

    27 min

  5. SEP 27

    China-Africa ties thrive on 75th anniversary of the PRC

    October 1st marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The 75 years has witnessed the strengthening of relations between China and Africa. China played a crucial role in Africa's liberation movements and has been a key contributor to the continent's modernization efforts. Africa was instrumental in facilitating China's resumption of UN membership, standing with China on various international platforms. David Monyae and Liu Baocheng walk us through the political choices and shared ideals that have tied China and Africa together over these decades.

    34 min

  6. SEP 23

    A bite of Africa in Beijing

    The growing cooperation between China and Africa extends beyond trade and investment, reaching into the realm of culture, including cuisines. In this episode, we meet two young men from Ghana, who are adding flavors of West Africa to Beijing's diverse culinary scene.

    21 min

  7. SEP 21

    Takeaways from 2024 FOCAC summit

    The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) marks a pivotal moment in China-Africa relations, with the relationship now viewed as the strongest in history. But why is this the case? In this episode, we’ll break down the key takeaways from the summit and explore how this deepened partnership is shaping the future of China-Africa cooperation.

    35 min

  8. SEP 14

    Cyril Ramaphosa: Upgrading of South Africa, China ties boosts trade and investment

    China and South Africa have elevated their relationship to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership for the new era, marking a significant milestone in their deepening ties and paving the way for new avenues of cooperation. In an exclusive address, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizes the mutual trust and collaboration that form the cornerstone of their relationship, driving robust bilateral trade and investment and strengthening their partnership on the global stage.

    24 min
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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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    China Plus
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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
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